by Lori Bowden | Jun 2, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
If you check the Internal Revenue Code, you may be surprised to find that most business deductions aren’t specifically listed there. For example, the tax law doesn’t explicitly state that you can deduct office supplies and certain other expenses. Some expenses are...
by Lori Bowden | May 4, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
Every business wants to cut costs, but it isn’t easy. We’re talking about clear and substantial ways to lower expenses, thereby strengthening cash flow and giving you a better shot at strong profitability. Obvious places to slash costs (such as wages, benefits and...
by Lori Bowden | May 2, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
If you’re a small-business owner and you hire your children this summer, you may be able to secure tax breaks and other nontax benefits. The kids can gain bona fide on-the-job experience, save for college, and learn how to manage money. You may be able to shift some...
by Lori Bowden | May 1, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 aims to restore the pre-Tax Cuts and Jobs Act R&D provisions. This adjustment will affect Section 41 Research & Development credit, as well as the timeline of receiving those expenses. Section 174...
by Lori Bowden | Apr 3, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
Businesses shut down for many reasons. Examples include an owner’s retirement, a lease expiration, staffing shortages, partner conflicts, and increased supply costs. If you’ve decided to close your business, you might need assistance with some steps in the process,...
by Lori Bowden | Apr 2, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
If you own a C corporation, you know there’s a tax advantage to taking money out as compensation rather than as dividends. The reason: A corporation can deduct the salaries and bonuses that it pays executives, but it can’t deduct dividend payments. Therefore, if funds...
