Businesses are the cornerstone of the American economy. As a business executive, it is important to stay up to date on all the documentation necessary to keep your corporation, LLC, or other entity legal. In most states, filing an Annual Report is required whether you make changes to your business, or not. The state of…
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There are several corporate structures that exist to fit everyone’s needs. From C-Corporations to LLCs, every corporate structure gets taxed differently. This article will highlight some of the major aspects of how each business entity gets taxed and help you choose which one would best suit your style of business. Sole Proprietor: Filed on a…
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What is the Child Tax Credit (CTC)? The Federal Child Tax Credit is a program that has been around since the late 1990s. The current administration enhanced the CTC payments to help those in need. The information provided on your 2019 or 2020 tax return will determine your eligibility to receive the payments. If eligible,…
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My Tax Refund Paid My Spouse’s Debt? If this sounds familiar, then you may want to look into this article on getting your refund back. First, take a minute to answer the following questions. If you answer yes to all the listed questions, you may just be eligible to file an injured spouse claim. Did…
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Effective March 17, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department automatically extended the federal income tax filing due date for individuals from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021. Taxpayers do not need to file any forms or call the IRS to qualify for this automatic extension. With Tax Day now on May…
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This is the one period of the year that everyone does not looks forward to! Tax Season is the most bothersome inconvenience and never anyone’s favorite time of the year. This upcoming tax season is a bit more complex, with unique and special twists to the norms. A lot of care must be taken when…
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Taking Ownership If you are a business owner, you wear many hats. After all the work you put in building your business, hiring employees, staying on top of inventory, and maintaining the books, it can often seem that you come last. However, making a living is critical to your health and financial security. The IRS…
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Avoid possible penalties for not taking a salary as an S Corporation, by following IRS guidelines. Many small business owners choose the S Corporation tax classification to enjoy the advantages that it provides. S Corporations have many benefits: pass-through taxation, shareholder liability limited to the amount of the initial investment, a simple and straightforward cash…
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The Big picture Hopefully, when it comes to taking stock of your business, you have managed to stay on top of your book for the whole year. Even if your records aren’t perfect, with one month left before taxes are due, now is an excellent time to get a handle on your accounting. Most people…
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Almost to the end of 2020 Towards the end of the fourth financial quarter, it is essential to take stock of where your company stands. Hopefully, you have been keeping track of your business’s economic activities throughout the year, so you are not scrambling to catch up. We know that taxes are one of the…
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