Owning your own small business is a dream that few are fortunate enough to realize, but even those new to the joys of entrepreneurial self-determination need to spend time thinking about how you’re going to eventually leave the business. No matter how far off it may seem, the best way to ensure that your time […]
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Tax Deductions Related to Charity Auctions
It is common practice for charities to hold auction events where attendees will bid upon and purchase items. The questions often arise whether (1) the money spent on the items purchased constitutes a charitable donation and (2) what kind of charitable deduction the individual who contributed the item is entitled to. The answer to the […]
Taxes and Divorce
If you are recently divorced or are contemplating divorce, you will have to deal with or plan for significant tax issues such as asset division, alimony, and tax-return filing status. If you have children, additional issues include child support; claiming of the children as dependents; the child, child care, and education tax credits; and perhaps […]
Paid Sick Leave vs. Vacation vs. PTO: What You Need to Know
More and more jurisdictions are passing laws requiring employers to provide paid leave to employees, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated this trend. When new laws are enacted, employers often have questions about the impact on their existing policies. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions on paid sick leave, vacation, and paid […]
Here’s What Happened in the World of Small Business in May 2021
Here are five things that happened this past month that affect your small business. 1) The US Treasury proposed a global minimum corporate tax rate of 15%. Continuing its push for a global minimum tax for businesses, the Treasury Department said on May 20th that corporations should pay at least a 15% tax on their […]
Managing Out-of-State Employees: The Payroll Tax Conundrum
As the COVID-19 global health event continues, employees across the country are still working at home and will likely keep doing so for the foreseeable future. If you have employees who live in a different state from where your business is located, this can create additional tax and payroll challenges. Here’s what you should know […]