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Home-Based Business Tax Deductions: 5 Things You Need to Know
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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DIY Tax Preparation: 5 Things You Need to Know
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
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
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
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
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
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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The Obama Tax Deal: 5 Things You Need to Know
The $858 billion package of tax cuts and unemployment benefits, which President Obama signed into law, has a number of provisions affecting business owners. Continue Reading
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The Small Business Jobs Act: 5 Things You Need to Know
The Small Business Jobs Act, signed into law by President Obama in September, contains $12 billion in tax breaks. How to find the ones that benefit your company. Continue Reading
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Small Business Tax Deductions: 5 Things You Need to Know
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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Last-Minute Tax Moves for Small Business
In the few days until April 15, there are some key actions to take to avoid tax penalties and sleep better at night. Continue Reading
How to Claim a Home Office Deduction and Sleep at Night
More than half (52%) of all small businesses operate from home. It's generally assumed that if you work from home and claim a home office deduction, you're sending a red flag to the IRS and inviting an audit. Continue Reading
What You Need to Know About Deducting Meal and Entertainment Costs
One of the most common expenses for a small business owner is taking a customer or prospect out for lunch. While this is a legitimate business expense, it may not necessarily be tax deductible. Continue Reading
Keeping Records Keeps the IRS Off Your Back
It's sound business practice to keep good records of your income and expenses so you know where your money is going and whether you're making a profit. For tax purposes, it may be stating the obvious, but recordkeeping is essential. It enables you to complete required tax returns and take advantage of every tax break you qualify for. Continue Reading
There's Still Time to Reduce Your 2009 Tax Bill
December 31, 2009, closed your tax year, so how can you still take actions that put tax dollars in your pocket? The answer is making tax elections most favorable to you. Continue Reading
