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The deductibility of corporate expenses covered by officers or shareholders
Do you play a major role in a closely held corporation and sometimes spend money on corporate expenses personally? These costs may wind...
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Aug 1, 20212 min read


The IRS has announced 2022 amounts for Health Savings Accounts
The IRS recently released guidance providing the 2022 inflation-adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Fundamentals of HSAs...
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Jun 24, 20212 min read


An S corporation could cut your self-employment tax
If your business is organized as a sole proprietorship or as a wholly owned limited liability company (LLC), you’re subject to both...
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Jun 19, 20212 min read


Help ensure the IRS doesn’t reclassify independent contractors as employees
Many businesses use independent contractors to help keep their costs down. If you’re among them, make sure that these workers are...
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Jun 15, 20212 min read


Providing education assistance to employees? Follow these rules
Many businesses provide education fringe benefits so their employees can improve their skills and gain additional knowledge. An employee...
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Jun 11, 20212 min read


Claiming the business energy credit for using alternative energy
Are you wondering whether alternative energy technologies can help you manage energy costs in your business? If so, there’s a valuable...
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Jun 11, 20212 min read


Know the ins and outs of “reasonable compensation” for a corporate business owner
Owners of incorporated businesses know that there’s a tax advantage to taking money out of a C corporation as compensation rather than as...
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May 18, 20212 min read


Simple retirement savings options for your small business
Are you thinking about setting up a retirement plan for yourself and your employees, but you’re worried about the financial commitment...
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May 10, 20212 min read


Tax advantages of hiring your child at your small business
As a business owner, you should be aware that you can save family income and payroll taxes by putting your child on the payroll. Here are...
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Apr 11, 20212 min read


Need a new business vehicle? Consider a heavy SUV
Are you considering buying or replacing a vehicle that you’ll use in your business? If you choose a heavy sport utility vehicle (SUV),...
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Apr 6, 20212 min read


Is an S corporation the best choice of entity for your business?
Are you thinking about launching a business with some partners and wondering what type of entity to form? An S corporation may be the...
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Mar 31, 20212 min read


The latest on COVID-related deadline extensions for health care benefits
Employers that sponsor health care plans should start devising communication strategies regarding COVID-related deadline extensions and...
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Mar 28, 20212 min read


Launching a small business? Here are some tax considerations
While many businesses have been forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some entrepreneurs have started new small businesses. Many...
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Mar 28, 20212 min read


Can your business benefit from the enhanced Employee Retention Tax Credit?
COVID-19 has shut down many businesses, causing widespread furloughs and layoffs. Fortunately, employers that keep workers on their...
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Feb 21, 20212 min read


PPP loans have reopened: Let’s review the tax consequences
The Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) reopened the week of January 11. If you’re...
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Jan 25, 20212 min read


The right entity choice: Should you convert from a C to an S corporation?
The best choice of entity can affect your business in several ways, including the amount of your tax bill. In some cases, businesses...
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Dec 30, 20202 min read


Prevent and detect insider cyberattacks
In one recent cybercrime scheme, a mortgage company employee accessed his employer’s records without authorization, then used stolen...
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Dec 30, 20202 min read


2021 Q1 tax calendar: Key deadlines for businesses and other employers
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the first quarter of 2021. Keep in mind...
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Dec 30, 20202 min read


Drive more savings to your business with the heavy SUV tax break
Are you considering replacing a car that you’re using in your business? There are several tax implications to keep in mind. A cap on...
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Dec 30, 20202 min read


The QBI deduction basics and a year-end tax tip that might help you qualify
If you own a business, you may wonder if you’re eligible to take the qualified business income (QBI) deduction. Sometimes this is...
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Dec 12, 20202 min read
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