Tax and Accounting
5 Reasons Your Small Business Should Switch to Digital Bookkeeping
In the 21st century, it would be an understatement to say technology and the internet have made running a business easier. With all this useful innovation at your fingertips, why would you continue to perform essential…
Heavy Vehicle & Deductible Home Office = Major Tax Savings
You can reap major tax savings with the heavy vehicle and home-office combo. The heavy vehicle produces quick deductions. The home office that qualifies as a principal office eliminates commuting miles, and such an elimination…
What are Quarterly Wage Reports and Why Do They Matter?
Wage reports, also known as quarterly contribution or wage detail reports, are the reports you file on a quarterly basis with each state, district and territory in which you pay employees in order to stay…
Capital vs. Operating Lease: Tax Reporting Implications
We often encounter taxpayers who do not quite fully understand how to report for income tax purposes the lease agreements they have entered into for business use assets, particularly automobiles. Leased property includes real estate,…
10 Payroll Mistakes Every Business Should Avoid
Payroll affects every aspect of business: anticipating and avoiding common payroll mistakes is preferable to dealing with their consequences… Every good business relies on an effective payroll department. Beyond the crucial matter of delivering salaries…
Running an Etsy Shop: Knowing How to Handle Your Taxes
Each year, millions of people choose Etsy as an avenue to sell – and buy – unique goods. If you have considered opening an online shop or already have one started, congratulations! Your entrepreneurial spirit…
Can You Pass the Retail Math Test?
According to The Small Business Administration, only about half of new businesses make it to their fifth anniversary and beyond. Factors that contribute to the failure rate can range from indirect influences, such as poor location…
Does Crowdfunding Affect Your Taxes?
Over the past few years, crowdfunding – or crowdsourcing – has been a simple and effective alternative to loans, venture capital and conventional fundraising. Through sites such as Kickstarter, IndieGoGo, and GoFundMe, raising money for…
3 Small Business Financial Statements You Need to Know
When it comes to financial statements for business management, small business owners tend to fall into one of three categories: Small business owners who have their financial statements completely in order and use them to…
5 Tips to Help You Minimize Your Small Business Taxes
It’s safe to assume that everyone loves to save money. As a small business owner, the more capital you have, the easier it is to grow your business and generate more revenue. But when tax…