Small Business Blog

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Do you Want to Go into Business for Yourself?

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Many people who launch small businesses start out as sole proprietors. Here are nine tax rules and considerations involved in operating as that...

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Look Closely at Your Company’s Concentration Risks

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The word “concentration” is usually associated with a strong ability to pay attention. Business owners are urged to concentrate when attempting to...

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Numerous Tax Limits Affecting Businesses have Increased for 2020

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An array of tax-related limits that affect businesses are annually indexed for inflation, and many have increased for 2020. Here are some that may be...

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Cents-Per-Mile Rate for Business Miles Decreases Slightly for 2020

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This year, the optional standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business decreased by one-half...

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Small Businesses: It May Not be Too Late to Cut Your 2019 Taxes

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Don’t let the holiday rush keep you from taking some important steps to reduce your 2019 tax liability. You still have time to execute a few...

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For Best Results, Start Your Strategic Planning Early

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Time flies when you’re having fun — and running a business. Although it’s probably too early to start chilling a bottle of bubbly for New Year’s Eve,...

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Cyber Security and Your Small Business – Company Size Doesn’t Matter

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Think hackers are only trying to target large corporations for their cyber-attacks. Think again! If you are an employee of a small to medium-sized...

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The Chances of an IRS Audit are Low, but You Should be Prepared

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Many business owners ask: How can I avoid an IRS audit? The good news is that the odds against being audited are in your favor. In fiscal year 2018,...

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Putting Together the Succession Planning & Retirement Planning Puzzle

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Everyone needs to plan for retirement. But as a business owner, you face a distinctive challenge in that you must save for your golden years while...

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The Tax Implications of a Company Car

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The use of a company vehicle is a valuable fringe benefit for owners and employees of small businesses. This benefit results in tax deductions for...

IRS Detects New Phishing Scam

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The IRS announced it has detected a new phishing scam involving unsolicited emails from IRS imposters. Subject lines on the phony emails include...

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Should you Elect S Corporation Status?

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Operating a business as an S corporation may provide many advantages, including limited liability for owners and no double taxation (at least at the...

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Another Massive Data Breach: How to Help Protect Yourself

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The news of another massive online data breach may make you feel powerless to safeguard your financial privacy. But you can take some concrete steps...

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Changing Jobs? What Will Become of Your 401(k) Balance?

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Employers: Be Aware (or Beware) of a Harsh Payroll Tax Penalty

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If federal income tax and employment taxes (including Social Security) are withheld from employees’ paychecks and not handed over to the IRS, a harsh...

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Odd Word, Cool Concept: Gamification for Businesses

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“Gamification.” It’s perhaps an odd word, but it’s a cool concept that’s become popular among many types of businesses. In its most general sense,...

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What Type of Expenses Can’t be Written Off by Your Business?

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If you read the Internal Revenue Code (and you probably don’t want to!), you may be surprised to find that most business deductions aren’t...

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Which Entity is Most Suitable for Your New or Existing Business?

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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has changed the landscape for business taxpayers. That’s because the law introduced a flat 21% federal income tax...

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Devote Some Time to Internal Leadership Development

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Many factors go into the success of a company. You’ve got to offer high-quality products or services, provide outstanding customer service, and...

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How Entrepreneurs Must Treat Expenses on Their Tax Returns

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Starting a Small Business

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Regardless of what type of business you are planning – be it an online or home business, or a start-up with grand plans for expansion, it is easy for...

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Financial Statements Tell Your Business’s Story, Inside and Out

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Ask many entrepreneurs and small business owners to show you their financial statements and they’ll likely open a laptop and show you their...