Recent insights from Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan highlight a noticeable slowdown in consumer spending, impacting small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) significantly. Americans’ spending growth has slowed from nearly 10% in May 2023 to about 3.5% this year. To survive and thrive in this changing economic landscape, business owners must adapt and implement proactive strategies. Read More »
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Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), part of the National Defense Act for Fiscal Year 2021, requires millions of entities to report their beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). This guide offers an introductory overview of the CTA’s provisions.
Who must report under the CTA’s Beneficial Ownership Information reporting requirement?
How to Avoid Estimated Tax Penalties
Underpayment penalties are a common concern for taxpayers and can be substantial if not managed properly. These penalties arise when you fail to pay enough of your tax liability through withholding or estimated tax payments throughout the tax year. Since October 1, 2023, the interest rate for underpayments has been 8% per year, compounded daily, a significant increase from just a few years ago. Understanding these penalties and strategies to avoid them is essential to prevent unnecessary financial stress. Let’s explore how you can effectively manage your tax payments to avoid estimated tax penalties.
Understanding Underpayment Penalties
Avoiding IRS Audits & Disputes
Tax law is as complex as it is daunting. Each year, countless taxpayers find themselves entangled in disputes that lead to the tax court. Understanding the most litigated tax issues can empower you and your business to navigate the tax maze more effectively, ensuring compliance and avoiding IRS audits and unnecessary disputes.
Tax Implications of Remote Work for SMBs
In the wake of the pandemic, remote work has become the new norm for many American workers. As businesses across a wide range of industries have shifted to a remote model, employees and employers alike have experienced numerous benefits such as reduced overhead costs, increased employee satisfaction, and access to a broader talent pool. However, it has also introduced a complex web of tax implications, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).
Overlooked Tax Deductions
As tax time approaches, here are some tax issues that taxpayers frequently overlook, ranging from obscure deductions to overlooked tax credits and benefits. Of course, not everything can be included since the tax law has grown significantly in complexity, and it would take a thick book to list everything. But besides what you are probably accustomed to, here are over 20 overlooked tax deductions you may not be aware of and that can save you tax dollars.
Effective Strategies to Avoid Tax Return Errors and Red Flags
Collaborative Efforts for Accurate Tax Returns
In today’s digital era, gathering all the necessary documents for tax return preparation has become increasingly challenging. Clients can now provide information through multiple channels, including portals, emails, texts, downloads, organizers, phone calls, and even traditional paper documents. Moreover, the constant updates in tax document versions make it difficult to identify crucial changes.
Tax Breaks for Hiring Your Children in Your Family Business
Are you aware of the tax breaks available when hiring your children in your family business? Not only can it be financially advantageous to employ family members instead of strangers, but it also offers tax-saving opportunities. Let’s explore the various tax breaks for hiring your children and how it can positively impact your family business.
How to Deduct Meals and Entertainment in 2023
Back in 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) was signed in an effort to support restaurants impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and it allowed companies to deduct 100% of business expenses. However, the CAA ended on January 1, 2023, and now meal and entertainment deductions have reverted to the limits enacted under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). For tax year 2023, a large percentage of business meal deductions will be 50% deductible, but entertainment deductions remain non-deducible under TCJA.
Looking Ahead to 2023 Taxes
With the holiday celebrations coming to an end, now is the time to take a look at the changes that will impact your 2023 taxes when you file them in 2024.