Do I Need a Separate Business Bank Account? It’s imperative for business owners to have two items and I stress it all the time: A separate business bank account and an accounting/bookkeeping system to organize business finances. This blog will
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2018 Year-End Tax Tips
Everyone wants to save money on their taxes, right? Well you’re not going to be able to do this unless you plan accordingly. To make the most of some tax deductions, you have to act before the year is over.
November 2018 Tax Newsletter
The New (and improved?) Form 1040 The new Form 1040 has been touted as a simple way for most people to file their income taxes on a page the size of a postcard. Is that really the case? Depending on
Meals and Entertainment Expenses per TCJA Tax Reform
The IRS has issued Notice 2018-76, that provides guidance on the business expense deduction for meals and entertainment. This is in light of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which was supposed to eliminate deductions for expenses pertaining to
Tax Tips – Uber, Lyft, and Other Ride-Share Drivers
Ride-Sharing Services Instead of sitting at home watching TV reruns during their down time, some of people are making extra cash by offering their services in the shared economy. One of the most popular methods is to become a driver for
Tax Documents You’ll Need to File Your Tax Return
Tax Documents Due Date By law, employers have until January 31st (or the next business day if it’s a weekend or holiday) to send you their annual tax statements such as W2s, 1099-INT etc. Many taxpayers have opted to receive
Tax Saving Strategies
Using these smart tax savings strategies will help you get off to a good start and may help you save more money. Check Your W-4 This year, you may have started a new job, new marital status or family member.
Tax Tips – Employee Business Expenses
Five Tips You Should Know about Employee Business Expenses If you paid for work-related expenses out of your own pocket, you may be able to deduct those costs. In most cases, you claim allowable expenses on Schedule A, Itemized Deductions. Here
6 Tax Filing Mistakes Small Business Owners Make
Filing small business taxes is an important process for every business, although it’s enjoyable to very few. In fact, some flat-out dread it. The problem is that some business owners think of taxes only in the weeks leading up to the
2015 Standard Mileage Rates
The optional standard mileage rates for employees, self-employed individuals, or other taxpayers are used in computing the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical, or moving expense purposes. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2015, the standard mileage rates