Thinking of buying a motor home? Be careful! You see, your ability to take advantage of a section 179 deduction is somewhat in limbo. It’s possible that lawmakers will reinstate last year’s limits on section 179 expensing. Or maybe they won’t. And that’s the point. The status of the law is unclear at this time. Which is why, in my new article, I’ll examine the gamble you’ll … [Read more...]
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How buying a vehicle now can earn 2014 tax deductions
Friends! Buy a car, truck, van, or SUV today! No. I’m no car salesmen. I’m an accountant. But I still think “Buy Now!” is good advice when it comes to business vehicles. You see, if you’re planning to purchase a car, truck, van, or SUV for business use, there are tremendous tax advantages to buying before the end of 2014 — especially since you’re up against the highest … [Read more...]
Five last-minute ways to cut your taxes (but hurry!)
Well, 2014 is almost here, so there’s no major tax-planning you can do right now. But don’t throw in the towel quite yet. There are some nice year-end tax deductions still available if you take action immediately. Want to take advantage of every last tax break Uncle Sam will allow? Don’t miss my new and final article of 2013. It’s titled Tax Tips: Create Year-End Tax … [Read more...]
How to turn a loss into a big tax benefit
So you’ve decided to get rid of your old business vehicle and buy or lease a new one. What’s the first thing you need to do before you ditch the old car? Do a calculation and see if you’ve realized a gain or a loss. If it turns out you’re going to have a loss, don’t lose heart. You see, if you know how to play your cards right, you can still be a winner thanks to Uncle … [Read more...]
Death, taxes, and the Section 179 deduction
When you’re dead, the status of the Section 179 deduction you took on your business vehicle won’t be troubling you much. But you’re alive and kicking! Which means you’re able to read my new article that explains what happens to your Section 179 tax deduction if you die, retire, or become disabled. Okay. I admit that this is not the most cheerful subject in the world, but if … [Read more...]