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Small Business Tax Deductions: How Do You Know If You Are Self-Employed?

When it comes to the employee vs. self-employed issue, are you unsure of your tax status with the IRS? This is a critical question and one that you must answer before filing your next income tax return. There could be … Continue reading

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Small Business Tax Questions – When Is The Due Date For Business Income Tax Returns?

Do you own a small business and are wondering when to file your federal income tax returns? This article will give you the information you need to keep the IRS happy. The due dates for federal business tax returns depend … Continue reading

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Year-End Payroll Forms: What Are W2’s and 1099’s?

Any business that has employees and/or independent contractors must end the year with another small mountain of paperwork to climb. Let’s talk about what forms you must file once the year is over. I call these “payroll information forms” or … Continue reading

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Are You Ready For The September 15 Tax Return Deadline?

If you filed an extension for your 2010 corporation, partnership or LLC income tax return, this is a friendly reminder that the September 15 due date is just a few days away. Are you ready? (NOTE: If you need help … Continue reading

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How to Get Organized, Audit-Proof Your Return and Save Thousands

In last week’s post, I informed you that the IRS has increased the vehicle mileage rate to 55.5 cents/per mile (effective July 1, 2011).  Yee Haa! https://www.selfemployedtaxdeductionstoday.com/irs-mileage-rate-increase-save-money/ And I also reminded you that the best way to audit-proof your vehicle … Continue reading

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Are You Ready For the March 15 Tax Deadline?

If your small business is a corporation, March 15 is one of the most critical tax return deadlines of the year – just as important as April 15.  Read on to find out why. For both C corporations and S … Continue reading

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Did You Forget To Send Out 1099s By January 31?

Are you a small business owner who hires independent contractors? If so, you may be required by the IRS to send out a Form 1099-MISC to those people. This post will help you determine your obligation to issue those 1099’s. … Continue reading

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Are You Ready For The January 31 Payroll Tax Return Deadline?

April 15 is not the only critical tax deadline. If you are a small business owner with employees or independent contractors, January 31 is an important tax deadline you cannot afford to ignore. The end of January is the due … Continue reading

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What Happens If You File a Business Income Tax Return After Sept 15?

The due date for business income tax returns on extension is September 15. If that date has passed and you still haven’t filed a return for your corporation, partnership or LLC that is being taxed as a corporation or partnership, … Continue reading

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3 Important Tax Deadlines Are Upon Us

DEADLINE #1 – Feb. 28February 28 is the last day you can contribute to Haiti earthquate relief efforts and deduct the contribution on your 2009 return. (Of course, you can still donate after February 28 and deduct the contribution on … Continue reading

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