Business Tax Articles

Here are some helpful tips to ensure that your small business doesn't leave money on the table this tax season

By Reed Richardson
The past year has seen a number of changes to the tax code that could significantly affect small businesses and start-ups. Here's a rundown of the major tax updates and additions for filing your 2008 taxes.

Section 179 Expensing: In an effort to reward businesses that invested in expansion and infrastructure last year, th...

Some valuable advice on how to avoid an audit and what to do if you can't
By Max Berry

Just how much time the IRS will devote to small business audits in the current financial climate remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: Small business owners have always run a heightened risk of being audited. Some businesses are more vulnerable than others, but knowing how to best avoid an audit-and how to deal with one if one can't be avoided-will only help you come tax seas...

by BigIdeas4Biz

The $787 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, which was signed into law on February 17, 2009, is designed to spur the economy. It makes numerous tax changes for individuals and businesses. Since sole proprietors, independent contractors, LLC members, and other owners pay tax on their share of business income on their personal returns, business-related changes become highly personal!

Most of the changes run for only a short time-...

By Bridge

Yes, it's a pitch line to grab your attention. Yes, there are some caveats. But, if you have ever considered selling you business, you can potentially net 13% more now versus next year.

It's not what you make, it's what you keep

In my experience, when most owners decide to pursue the sale of their company, they tend to focus on price. The first question a client typically asks is "What's my business worth?" A better question would be ...

Barbara Weltman

Not all business owners carefully think through the legal and tax ramifications of how they are set up when they begin. An individual starting a business on his or her own may, for example, take the easiest road and operate as a sole proprietor. Or another person may have rushed to incorporate but now thinks that decision was hasty. If you think you may have gotten started on the wrong foot--entity speaking and are seeking to make a change, take heart and remember: Read full article >>

Don't Leave Money on the Table! Tax time is here, so make sure your small business is getting every dollar you deserve

By Reed Richardson

Every year, millions of small businesses give away billions of dollars to the U.S. government by failing to claim everything they should on their tax return. To ensure you don't make the same mistake, here are some of the most commonly overlooked tax deductions and credits.

Retirement Plans If your small bu...

By Chris Freeburn

For small business owners, there are few headaches like trying to keep up with the ever changing landscape of tax rules. Last year, Congress and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) made a variety of changes and adjustments to the tax code that will affect almost all businesses. While most changes are minor adjustments, mostly increases in the maximum amount of income or expenses applicable to taxes or deductions, small business owners should take the time to ...

With just a few weeks left before December 31^st^, these year-end tax tips can help any small business save a few bucks

1. Make a Donation
It is the holiday season, do a charity and yourself some good and make a donation. Not only is making a donation a great thing to do for your community, but you can take a deduction that could lower your taxes. Be sure when you make your charitable donation that you get a receipt from the organization. And also talk to an accountant ...