If you normally throw receipts away, start keeping them for the business. While it’s not mandatory to provide receipts for your taxes, you have a better chance of ‘winning’ against the IRS in an audit. Part of organizing your business taxes is the organization of receipts, including those for services, entertainment and goods.
Start Using Accounting […]
You’ve come up with a brilliant business concept and you are in a hurry to get it going. That is the biggest mistake you could make, as that leads to many other “mistakes” that could cost you success. Business planning takes time, and ensuring that it is done correctly takes a little money – but […]
It’s never too early to start gathering an estate plan. Even young adults that do not have many assets should begin working with an estate lawyer to begin the process of drafting an estate plan, especially if they have children. Many people think that death is so far off that they don’t plan. However, anything […]
When you make charitable donations, be sure they are deductible by following the rules the Internal Revenue Service sets forth. Certain rules apply to donations less than $250, more than $250 but less than $500 and over $500. Regardless of value, every donation must be made to a qualified charity in order for you to […]
The time to start getting ready for filing your taxes is the day you file your current taxes. If you keep receipts and stay organized throughout the year, your taxes – whether you do them or an accountant does them – will be less painful.
1. Create a Filing System
Create a filing system, whether digital or […]
Each year the tax code changes, so you should retain a professional to help you, especially if you have a business. However, even accountants can make mistakes and you might find yourself in need of a tax attorney. You may also wish to consult a tax attorney on major life changes, such as selling a […]
May 1, 2017 is “May Day,” but did you know that there is another reason to recognize the day? The first of May is also “Law Day” in the United States.
What is Law Day?
60 years ago, in 1957, the then-President of the American Bar Association (ABA) had the idea to honor the legal system […]
You have about a month to get your taxes filed with the Internal Revenue Service. National Tax Day is usually April 15 of every year; however, on some years, you may get a few extra days. 2017 is such a year. This year, April 15 is on a Saturday, and the IRS doesn’t count weekend […]
If you are starting a new business, or if you’ve been in business as a sole proprietor, LLC or partnership, there may be advantages to formally incorporating it. As with any business decision, it’s important to fully understand the process of incorporating a business, as well as the implications of doing so.
Why Consider Incorporating?
First, as […]
Creating a will or estate plan ranks among the true acts of kindness. You are considering friends and loved ones in a thoughtful way. You’re also taking control of how you’d like assets distributed and removing any potential disagreements between those you leave behind. It’s important to set up a will or estate plan and […]
