In a recent announcement, the IRS is reminding would-be entrepreneurs of the importance of understanding the tax implications of setting up their own businesses. To start with, you have to choose a form for your business. Your choice has a lot of implications for taxation...
The small business pages on IRS.gov serve as comprehensive guides for people looking to navigate the entire life cycle of their business as well as their business-related tax obligations....
Because small businesses often have limited assets, it's vital that they prioritize their human resource objectives. Staffing, budgeting, legal compliance and outsourcing are top goals to consider....
Are you worried about the likelihood of your business being audited by the IRS? If so, there are a lot of preventive red flags that you can keep an eye out for when looking to protect your business from being the focus of an audit....
The home office deduction allows qualified taxpayers to deduct certain home expenses when they file taxes. But it's fraught with confusion. To claim the home office deduction on your tax return, you must exclusively and regularly use part of your home or a separate structure...
The newly enacted CARES Act provides for forgivable small business loans. The maximum loan amount is 250 percent of average monthly payroll....
Prior to the Tax Cuts and Job Acts, a business owner generally could deduct 50% of business related meals and entertainment expenses. Meals provided to an employee on the business premises for the convenience of the employer were generally 100% deductible. The new tax law...
Recently I had the opportunity to attend the Specialty Food Associations’ Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City. I was drawn to this particular show because we have many clients who are in the food and beverage industry. In addition, I am a “foodie”...
When it comes to choosing the right accounting software for your business one size definitely does not fit all. With an onslaught of “boxed” bookkeeping packages to choose from it is critical to fully understand their offerings and limitations before committing to one over another....
