Rental real estate requires reporting for QBI deduction
There is a significant tax deduction available for owners of rental property, but you will have to get started now organizing your records to claim the savings on your 2019 taxes. The new qualified business income deduction that was created as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act can be a great tax-saving tool […]
Creating a new employee retirement plan could mean a tax credit
If you have been considering creating a retirement plan for your employees, you should know about a valuable tax credit that is available. Employers may be able to claim a tax credit for some of the ordinary and necessary costs of starting a SEP, SIMPLE IRA or qualified retirement plan. The tax credit is 50 […]
Education tax credits can help with rising cost of college
A new school year has begun, which makes it a good time to think about how you may be able to save some money by taking advantage of some available tax credits. It’s no secret that cost of higher education is climbing ever higher. According to the College Board, the average cost of tuition and […]
Uber Eats to begin reporting sales tax on delivery sales
The landmark Supreme Court decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair in 2018 that permitted states to tax remote sales and collect sales tax also has a significant impact on McDonald’s owner/operators and other businesses that use delivery services. Under the Wayfair decision, states have begun implementing Marketplace Legislation where marketplace facilitators – like Uber Eats […]
Should you lease or buy that new vehicle? The choice is yours
You’ve sifted through all the options of what year, what make and model, and even what color for your next vehicle. Now you have one more decision: Should you lease or buy? The answer depends on what your priorities and needs are. Below is a brief breakdown of the pluses and minuses of both options. […]
Three questions you may have after your tax return is filed
Tax season is now officially over, but once your 2018 tax return has been successfully filed with the IRS, you may still have some questions. Here are brief answers to three questions that we’re frequently asked at this time of year. Question #1: What tax records can I throw away now? This is a good […]
The 2018 gift tax return deadline is almost here
Did you make large gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year? If so, it’s important to determine whether you’re required to file a 2018 gift tax return — or whether filing one would be beneficial even if it isn’t required. Filing requirements Generally, you must file a gift tax return for 2018 […]
Don’t fall victim to one of the ‘Dirty Dozen’ tax schemes
Accountants are not the only ones working overtime during tax season. Scammers take advantage of this time of year to prey on taxpayers to try to steal their money and identity. The IRS has begun compiling its perennial “Dirty Dozen” list of the common scams that tend to peak during the tax filing months. As […]
Are your employees ignoring their 401(k)s?
For many businesses, offering employees a 401(k) plan is no longer an option — it’s a competitive necessity. But employees often grow so accustomed to having a 401(k) that they don’t pay much attention to it. It’s in your best interest as a business owner to buck this trend. Keeping your employees engaged with their […]
Higher mileage rate may mean larger tax deductions for business miles in 2019
This year, the optional standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business increased by 3.5 cents, to the highest level since 2008. As a result, you might be able to claim a larger deduction for vehicle-related expense for 2019 than you can for 2018. Actual costs vs. mileage […]