Partnering with vendors is an important part of being a small business owner. One aspect of working with vendors is making sure you’re complying with applicable state and federal tax rules. Similar to employees having a set of tax rules that business owners must follow, vendors have their own set of rules that owners are […]
Small business owners wear many hats and have a lot going on as they build their businesses. So, it’s understandable that some tasks and priorities are pushed to the side in favor of what they deem to be more pressing aspects of their work. Typically, accounting and financial tasks are among the priorities relegated to […]
Navigating the maze of federal tax requirements can be difficult for busy business owners, especially regarding indirect taxes such as excise taxes. If your business sells goods that qualify for the excise tax, you must understand the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax Form 720, the Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return. In this article, we’ll explore […]
There are numerous instances where a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can help your small business. From tax preparation, advisory, submitting your quarterly estimated taxes to the IRS, and even bookkeeping services, a CPA can take on the difficult financial tasks that tie you up and slow you down. But not every CPA and CPA firm […]
Of all the financial tasks small business owners must address, bookkeeping might be one of the most consequential and time-consuming. Do your books right, and you’ll gain important insights into your finances that will help you make critical, time-sensitive business decisions. Do them wrong, and it might hinder your ability to compete in the marketplace […]
Business partnerships always begin with good intentions. Two friends, two family members, or two co-workers have a great business idea, each person brings something valuable to the table, and “Voilà!” You have yourself a business that will hopefully last a lifetime! With partnerships, though, there will come a point in time when one of the […]
The government encourages private-sector innovation by offering incentives, such as the federal research and development (R&D) tax credit, to businesses that invest in qualified research activities. While this credit used to be aimed at corporations with seemingly endless budgets, that is no longer the case. Now, this credit is available to medium and small businesses […]
If your business is formed as a C corporation, you need to know the ins and outs of Form 1120. In this blog, we’ll detail what Form 1120 is used for, when and how to file, the required documentation, and a page-by-page taxpayer guide. This information will help make preparing and filing your Form 1120 […]
Cash is important to have for every business. For startups, though, cash is vital. One way to ensure your startup has enough cash is to monitor expenses. While some expenses are fixed, others can be reduced, such as business taxes. Taxes are one of the most significant expenses for startups and established businesses. Whether this […]
The business status of “self-employed” and “small business ownership” are sometimes used interchangeably and usually indicate you’re your own boss. While certain aspects, such as business model or eligible tax deductions, intersect, they are separate types of entities from a tax standpoint. Use this blog to determine what each status indicates and their tax implications […]
