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Home Office

How Many Whole or Partial Rooms Can You Use for Your Home Office?

If you run a business from home, you may use more than one room for work. So how many rooms can you count for the home office deduction? The short answer: there is no set number. The rule for the home office deduction Under Section 280A(c), you can claim a home office based on the

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S-corporation

Avoid Trouble: Don’t Let the IRS Set Your S Corporation Salary

You likely formed an S corporation to save on self-employment taxes. If so, is your S corporation salary nonexistent, too low, too high or just right? Why your S corporation salary matters Getting the salary right is important, for three reasons. Taxes and penalties. If the IRS finds your salary too low, you will owe

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organized tax

Organized Your Tax Paperwork

You’ve submitted your tax return for the year, so now what do you do? Instead of shoving all your records into a disheveled pile in a closet, now is a good time to get organized. Here are some tips on organizing tax records after you file to make sure you’re ahead of the game next year.

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small businesses

How to File Federal Income Taxes for Small Businesses

Depending on your business type, there are different ways to prepare and file your taxes. When it’s time to file a federal income tax return for your small business, there are various ways you can do it, depending on whether you run the business as a sole proprietorship or use a legal entity such as

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start up business

Business Structures that Start-Up Companies and Small Business Should Know

Have you ever thought about starting your own business? Starting a company today is both harder and easier than ever before. It is more challenging because a larger number of opportunities have been capitalized on, and a greater number of people appear to be trying. If you are thinking of starting a company, then one

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What Consultants and Software Engineers Should Know About Their Taxes

Consultants and software engineers, especially early in their careers, often face tax issues that catch them by surprise. For example, travel can mean filing in several states, and bonuses and equity can throw off your withholding. This guide covers the main tax areas consultants and software engineers should watch. You may need to file in

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S-Corp Owner

Lower Your Employment Taxes by Operating as an S Corporation

You have been operating your business as a sole proprietor for several years. Lower Your Employment Taxes by Operating as an S Corporation. Now, as the business is growing, you are thinking about incorporating as an S corporation in order to limit your liability, avoid double taxation of corporate profits, and to make it easier to obtain

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