Accounting
2022 Q4 Tax Calendar: Key Deadlines for Businesses and Other Employers
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the fourth quarter of 2022. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements. Note:…
Read MoreSelf-Employed? Build a Nest Egg With a Solo 401(k) Plan
Do you own a successful small business with no employees and want to set up a retirement plan? Or do you want to upgrade from a SIMPLE IRA or Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) plan? Consider a solo 401(k) if you have healthy self-employment income and want to contribute substantial amounts to a retirement nest egg.…
Read MoreWhy an LLC Might Be the Best Choice of Entity for Your Business
The business entity you choose can affect your taxes, your personal liability and other issues. A limited liability company (LLC) is somewhat of a hybrid entity in that it can be structured to resemble a corporation for owner liability purposes and a partnership for federal tax purposes. This duality may provide you with the best…
Read MoreGood News: IRS Boosts Standard Mileage Rates for Second Half of 2022
The IRS recently announced it will be increasing the standard mileage rate for qualified business drivers for the second half of 2022. The adjustment reflects rising costs at the gas pumps this year. It’s accompanied by a hike in the standard mileage rate for medical expenses for all taxpayers and moving expenses for active-duty military personnel…
Read More2022 Q3 Tax Calendar: Key Deadlines for Businesses and Other Employers
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the third quarter of 2022. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements. August…
Read MoreCalculating Corporate Estimated Tax
The next quarterly estimated tax payment deadline is June 15 for individuals and businesses so it’s a good time to review the rules for computing corporate federal estimated payments. You want your business to pay the minimum amount of estimated taxes without triggering the penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. Four methods The required installment of…
Read MoreEnsure Your Construction Accounting System Has the Right Features
Construction accounting is distinctively complex. Unlike other businesses that rely heavily on a general ledger to track finances, construction companies need to master a project-based approach to accounting. After all, each of your jobs serves as an individual profit center — with its own scope, timeline, payroll, revenue and expenses. That’s why your accounting software…
Read MoreThe IRS Again Eases Schedules K-2 and K-3 Filing Requirements for 2021
The IRS has announced additional relief for pass-through entities required to file two new tax forms — Schedules K-2 and K-3 — for the 2021 tax year. Certain domestic partnerships and S corporations won’t be required to file the schedules, which are intended to make it easier for partners and shareholders to find information related to “items…
Read MoreNew Jersey to Introduce Retirement Savings Mandate for Small Businesses in 2022
In March of 2022, a new NJ state law will take effect, requiring small businesses, including non-profits, with 25 or more employees to offer qualified retirement savings plans to their employees. Those that do not comply will face financial penalties. This law requires any New Jersey employer who has been in business for more than…
Read MoreThe Advance Child Tax Credit Explained
On July 15th, 2021, eligible parents automatically began receiving advance Child Tax Credit payments from the federal government. It is important taxpayers know the implications of this credit. The Advance Child Tax Credit Explained The Advance Child Tax Credit allowed eligible taxpayers to receive 50 percent of their credit in equal monthly installments starting in…
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