Posts Tagged ‘IRS’
New IRS Filing Deadlines for Partnerships and C Corporations in 2017
The tax-filing deadlines for small business owners have traditionally remained the same for many years. More specifically, March 15 has been a longstanding date on the calendar for entrepreneurs who operate formal business entities across all fields. However, if you haven’t heard, the IRS has changed a few key due dates for certain business income…
Read MoreShould I Use Form 1040, Form 1040A, or Form 1040EZ?
When you file a personal income tax return with the IRS by April 15, you have a choice of 3 basic tax forms to select from that are essentially designed to report similar tax and financial information. These personal income tax returns include: Form 1040 Form 1040A Form 1040EZ While they have similar intentions, each…
Read More2017 Tax Law Changes That Could Affect You
After “Auld Lang Syne” plays to usher in a new calendar year, you can always bet on the government and the Internal Revenue Service making changes and adjustments to tax laws from the previous year. Some years see lots of changes, while others only endure minor adjustments to the federal tax code. Below is an…
Read MoreA Lowdown on the 2017 Tax Season
The Internal Revenue Service has officially announced when the opening bell for the 2017 tax season will ring, signaling the start of when the federal tax collection agency will begin processing federal income tax returns. There are also some other important changes of note. So, here is our preview of the 2017 tax season with…
Read MoreWhen is a Corporation Not a Corporation?
Most taxpayers are aware that an organization must submit papers to a state official, usually the Secretary of State in order to obtain a corporate charter and file an 1120 tax form as a corporation. However, one must meet all the IRS requirements for corporate status in order to file as a corporation. First, some…
Read MoreSales Tax Non-Compliance: What’s Your Exposure?
An entrepreneur’s dream is to start her own business and witness it grow. First, she wants to see it grow locally. And then, she may see it grow statewide. Whether the company is a small retail operation or a cutting edge technology company, the next step up may be overwhelming as the business begins to…
Read MoreCorporations: Changes for 2016
One of the most positive aspects of my job is to talk to people who come in with their start-up ideas. Whether those are tried & tested ideas or totally out of the box schemes, the excitement at starting something new is always palpable. It’s like planning a baby’s room or buying a new house.…
Read MoreWhat is Depreciation and How Does It Affect My Taxes?
You’ve likely heard the terms depreciate and depreciation when it comes to tax matters. But do you really understand the basics of these concepts and how they apply to your taxes? Depreciation Defined In layman’s terms, the basic concept of depreciation revolves around an income tax deduction. This IRS write-off allows a taxpayer to recover the cost of certain…
Read MoreWhat the IRS Does Not Mention About Crowdfunding and Taxes
In Information Letter 2016-0036, released June 24, the IRS explains general rules that might apply to someone’s receipts of funds via a crowdfunding platform. It doesn’t mention any websites, but examples include Kickstarter and GoFundMe. The IRS notes the broad rule of Section 61 that receipt of funds is likely to be taxable gross income.…
Read More6 IRS Payroll Tax Penalties That Will Hinder Your Business Growth
This post is written for American companies. ???? If you are a Canadian business, please refer to Remitting Payroll Deductions – Penalties For Missing A Payment. An IRS penalty is an unnecessary financial burden that’s completely avoidable. We know how hard it is to run a small business. You can work through the night, over the…
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