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84 Percent of Small Businesses Say U.S. Economy is on Wrong Track

7/11/11 at 6:00 PM

According to the Chamber of Commerce's Small Business Outlook survey, 55 percent of small-business owners say economic uncertainty is preventing them from hiring new employees. Continue Reading

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Most Small Businesses Displeased with Federal Economic Policies

6/02/11 at 10:00 AM

More than 75 percent of survey respondents say they are "not very satisfied" or "not at all satisfied" with current federal economic policies. Continue Reading

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Average Small Business Spends Up To 255 Hours and $2.3 Million on Tax Compliance

4/18/11 at 3:00 PM

Tax Day downer: Small businesses bear a huge burden to comply with federal tax laws, spending a total of 1.8 billion hours and $16 billion simply to prepare taxes. Continue Reading

Senate Votes to Repeal Controversial 1099 Provision

4/08/11 at 2:00 PM

The bill to repeal this widely unpopular provision, which would have required small businesses to report to the IRS all payments above $600, now awaits President Obama's signature. Continue Reading

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Home-Based Business Tax Deductions: 5 Things You Need to Know

4/05/11 at 7:00 PM

Running a business from home has plenty of advantages -- including some nice tax breaks. How to identify the best home-based business tax deductions. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Nothing Is Certain but Death, Taxes and Coffee

3/29/11 at 6:00 PM

New surveys reveal some surprising findings about taxes, hiring and the role of coffee in the workplace. Continue Reading

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DIY Tax Preparation: 5 Things You Need to Know

3/28/11 at 6:30 PM

Sure, accountants are helpful, but filing your own taxes can save a lot of money -- especially for cash-strapped small businesses. How to find a tax-preparation strategy that works for you. Continue Reading

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The Best and Worst States for Small-Business Taxes

2/19/11 at 11:00 AM

High corporate income taxes or sales taxes can be a huge challenge for small businesses, depending on where they are located. So where does your state stack up? Continue Reading

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Business Structure and Taxes: 5 Things You Need to Know

2/16/11 at 5:00 PM

The type of business you own -- sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, S corporation or C corporation -- has a big impact on how you file your taxes. How to find the right filing dates, tax forms and more. Continue Reading

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Tax and Accounting Software: 5 Things You Need to Know

2/10/11 at 11:00 PM

Toss out your pencils, adding machine and shoebox full of receipts. How to choose the right tax and accounting software for your business. Continue Reading

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Overlooked Small-Business Tax Deductions: 5 Things You Need to Know

2/08/11 at 4:00 PM

Almost every business expense you make can turn into a tax break. How to find the ones that will save you even more money. Continue Reading

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Last-Minute 2010 Tax Savings: 5 Things You Need to Know

12/22/10 at 11:00 PM

Before you hit the rest of those holiday parties, you might want to look over your company's books one more time. How to squeeze some extra savings out of your 2010 tax bill. Continue Reading

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Expert Take: What Would You Say to President Obama?

8/19/10 at 12:00 PM

Everyone loves a soapbox. Entrepreneurs offer their advice to the Commander in Chief. Continue Reading

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Lawmakers Continue Fight Against Controversial Tax Measure

8/03/10 at 5:45 PM

Section 9006, which the House failed to repeal last week, will require businesses to fill out additional tax forms. Continue Reading

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Small Business Tax Deductions: 5 Things You Need to Know

5/19/10 at 2:30 PM

The good news is that just about every expense your business incurs can be deducted in some way. Here's how to maximize your savings. Continue Reading

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