If you are running a small business, you have one unwanted partner that will dig into your pocket every year, it’s the IRS. The IRS wants to know what you are doing, how much you are earning and most importantly how much you are paying in taxes, and the tax agency is becoming increasingly aggressive […]
Business
Four Ways Freelancers and Gig Workers Can Trim Their Tax Bills
It is hard to beat the freedom and flexibility of freelancing and gig work. When you work for yourself, you can set your own hours, turn your home into an office and even ditch the daily commute. All that is great, but there is one thing about freelancing that is much less pleasant. Compared to […]
8 Ways to Get Ready for Tax Season and Avoid a Back Tax Problem
The holidays are here. Not to be a grinch but right around the corner is a less fondly anticipated time of year. Before you know it, you will be taking down the Christmas tree, pulling down the holiday lights and getting ready for the tax season to come. Tax season is decidedly less fun than […]
Operation Hidden Treasure: Cryptocurrency And Your Taxes
Cryptocurrency has become an incredibly popular way to invest, but the tax side of this virtual coin can be difficult to navigate. The IRS has gone back and forth over the years on it’s stance on cryptocurrency, making it confusing even for the most diligent investors. In March of 2021, the IRS announced Operation Hidden […]
Are You Tracking Absolutely All of Your Tax-Related Business Expenses?
Not sure what expenses to track or what you can deduct for your new business? If you’re self-employed, understanding what’s deductible and recording all of your business expenses should be priorities. When you work for yourself, accurate accounting is critical. The IRS pays special attention to tax returns prepared by sole proprietors. Not only does […]
Employee or Independent Contractor? The Differences
The distinction may be challenging to make sometimes, but the IRS has very strict rules about it. Depending on the size of your business, onboarding a new hire can involve a lot of reading and writing for both of you. You may want the new worker to fill out a personal profile. There could be […]