Tag: Small Business

The rules for deducting depreciation expenses on vehicles used for business purposes have been liberalized under current tax law, but they remain complicated. In addition, annual inflation adjustments make allowable depreciation deductions moving targets. (See Read More

The qualified business income (QBI) deduction is available to eligible individuals through 2025. After that, it's scheduled to disappear, unless Congress passes legislation to extend it. With 2024 underway, it's now use-it-or-lose-it time for the Read More

As tax season heats up, companies of all kinds and sizes will be on the hunt for ways to reduce their tax bills. One of the most common ways is through business expense deductions, but Read More

As year end approaches, small business owners should review their tax situations to determine ways to lower federal income taxes for the current tax year — and beyond. Fortunately, no significant unfavorable federal tax law Read More

Entrepreneurs and others who work for themselves are often on the hook for significant federal self-employment (SE) tax, in addition to federal and state income taxes. Here are the answers to some common questions about Read More

Are you considering inviting an employee or an outsider to participate in your existing partnership? Before making any commitments, it's important for you and the prospective partner to understand the potential federal tax implications. Important: Read More

After receiving a deluge of improper Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) claims, the IRS recently announced an immediate moratorium through at least December 31 on processing new claims for the pandemic relief program. The tax Read More

Even at the best of times, the future is unpredictable. As anyone who has run a business for any length of time understands, there will often be challenges, many of which are unexpected — such Read More

Summer isn't just for barbecues and baseball. It's also a good time to think about ways to cut your 2023 business tax bill. Here are four planning ideas for small business owners to consider, assuming Read More

If you rent out a second home — or part of your main residence — you may be unclear about whether you need to pay self-employment (SE) tax on your net rental income. In fact, Read More