Let’s face it. The IRS is paid to be suspicious. And who can really blame them? After all, it’s their job to make sure that the meals, trips, etc. that you “write off” as business expenses are legitimate. That’s why it’s so important to keep complete back-up documentation that will prove to the IRS that all your deductions are on the up-and-up. We’ll explain how you can … [Read more...]
Watch out! Your vehicle “lease” may not be a lease
Sometime it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck. But it turns out, upon closer examination, that it isn’t really a duck! That’s the story with vehicle leases. You see, there are a lot of tax rules on the books that make what looks like a lease, turn out to be a purchase. And what looks like a conditional sales agreement can turn out to be a … [Read more...]
How to turn your timeshare into a hefty deduction
Do you have a timeshare? Do you use it for business only? If you’re answering “Yes,” I’ve got some good news for you… You qualify for maximum tax benefits! That’s right. Because you’re using your timeshare for “business lodging” only, your timeshare escapes the awful restrictions imposed by the “vacation-home” rules. Personal use? If you use your timeshare for both … [Read more...]
Avoid taxes on the sale of a home with an office
If you’re claiming the home-office deduction and are planning to sell your home, I’ve got good news for you. Thanks to the principal-residence tax-free exclusion and the “1031 exchange” you can avoid taxes on the sale of your home. What’s more, you can enhance your deductions on your replacement home! Want to get the whole story? Check out my new article titled Tax … [Read more...]
How to get big deductions for Long-Term Care insurance
It’s no fun to think about getting sick and needing long-term care insurance. So here’s a happier thought… If you’re in business, you can probably claim a huge tax deduction for long-term care insurance. In fact, you might be able to claim a 100% deduction. And if you’re married, the 100% deduction can include your spouse! With the cost of long-term care skyrocketing, now’s … [Read more...]