If your second business or third business is losing money, you know what pain is. But don’t add to your troubles by losing the chance to claim an immediate tax deduction. And that’s easy to do if you don’t show the IRS that you are “materially participating” in all your businesses. We’ll tell you how to get all the deductions coming to you, and make the best of a bad … [Read more...]
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How to increase your home office deduction
If you have a home office, be careful! IRS Form 8829 gives you the impression that you should only use the gross-square-footage method for computing your home office deduction. Not true! We’ll show you a way to compute your deduction that’s always superior to the gross-square-footage method. Want to find out how you can legally wind up with more money in your … [Read more...]
Audit-proof your vehicle and entertainment deductions
A letter arrives in your mail box. It’s from the IRS. It seems they want to go over your vehicle and entertainment deductions. What’s that? You can’t back up all your deductions with a detailed log and an organized file of receipts? Well then, welcome to a world of pain. If you want to avoid getting crushed by an IRS audit, now is the time to act! What’s the first step … [Read more...]
Six ways to make your IRA work for charities
Are you 70 ½? Do you have an IRA? Do you want to help your church, school, and favorite charities and save money? Then read my new article titled Tax Tips: Age 70 1/2 or Older? Make Your IRA Donate Directly to Charity The Challenge: Sure. Your IRA is a great way to save for retirement. But when you hit 70 ½, you’re going to have to start taking money out of your IRA … [Read more...]
How to deduct your business motor home
Do you use a motor home for business? Are you thinking of getting a motor home for business use? Then you should know that some recent developments are working in your favor. If you want to learn the best way to deduct business use of your motor home and stay in Uncle Sam’s good graces, take my advice. Before you pack your bags and hit the road, read my new article … [Read more...]