Here are two important questions for every S corporation owner: Does your corporation own your business car? Do you drive your corporate-owned car or other vehicle for personal purposes? If you’re answering “yes,” it’s important to know how the IRS treats the personal use of your vehicle and how that personal use affects corporate tax deductions. Knowing the rules … [Read more...]
How to turn antiques into business deductions
It’s a simple fact. Antique desks, clocks, cabinets, bookcases, rugs, conference tables, paperweights, and more, can add character and beauty to your office. But that’s just for starters because: Antiques can make great investments. They often appreciate in value. You can deduct antiques as a business expense if you know how to take advantage of the tax law. You’ll … [Read more...]
How to prevent payroll-tax embezzlement
Are your payroll taxes being stolen by an employee? Don’t think it can’t happen to you! Embezzlement is a huge problem that hits small businesses hard in two ways: You’re out the money that was stolen You still have to pay the money you owe the IRS! What can you do to avoid this painful kind of double jeopardy? Easy. Take a moment before trouble starts and read my … [Read more...]
Don’t cheat yourself out of business-entertainment deductions
The IRS takes plenty of your money. So why give them even more than they’re entitled to? And you may be doing just that. You see, Uncle Sam’s business-entertainment tax-deduction rules can mislead you into cheating yourself out of totally legitimate entertainment deductions. Want to make sure that you’re taking every penny of every tax deduction you’re entitled to? Then … [Read more...]
Avoid a fatal mistake with independent contractors
If you’re using independent contractors who are paid on a 1099, be careful. Be very careful. You see, if you don’t handle things exactly right, the IRS may decide that your independent contractors are actually W-2 employees. Which can open a large can of worms. If you want to play it safe and make sure that your independent contractors stay independent, don’t miss my new … [Read more...]