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4 Steps for Buying Out a Small Business Partner

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 […]

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Federal R&D Tax Credit: How To Qualify and Claim Benefits

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 […]

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Tax Form 1120: What It Is and How to File It

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 […]

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All About Form W9: What It Is And How To File It

Whether you’re a freelancer or a small business owner, running a business means navigating complicated paperwork. Accurate and timely tax compliance is critical to smooth operations. Independent contractors and businesses paying non-employee compensation should understand the reporting requirements.  IRS Form W-9 is an informational form for recipients of numerous types of income, including non-employee wages. […]

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Self-Employed vs. Business Owner: Legal & Tax Differences

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 […]

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Small Business Tax Credits You Could Qualify for in 2024

When you started your business, you probably weren’t thinking about full-time employees, tax bills and tax brackets, business expenses, or working with CPA tax professionals during tax season. Tax credits weren’t on your mind, either, which is understandable. But now that you’re up and running, it’s important to learn which credits your business is eligible […]