because talking taxes shouldn't be taxing
because talking taxes shouldn't be taxing
It’s early June and I bet you’re in one of two camps. Either you filed your Form 1040 by April 15, 2019 and don’t want to think about taxes until next January. Or, you extended your Form 1040 by April 15, 2019, and you don’t want to think about taxes until the extended deadline of […]
How to calculate & make the 2nd Quarter Estimated Tax Payment due June 17, 2019 Read More »
Today we’re going to look at the kinds of things a business owner should know and keep track of for tax purposes. What can a business owner learn from Tyrion Lannister and why is it important to emulate one of his characteristics? I’ll admit to being a big fan of Tyrion but I’m not a
Why a business owner has to be like Tyrion Lannister Read More »
If you’ve been following the tax journals or related social media accounts, you no doubt saw that the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (“TCJA”) removed the deduction for business related entertainment expenses. There was a lot of concern that the meals portion of “Meals & Entertainment” expenses would also be denied because of some related
Most business meals are still deductible, subject to the 50% limitation Read More »
I love October. It’s the kick-off to the holiday season, there’s still enough time left in the year to make course corrections in my annual goals, and the world turns burnt orange. Business owners can use this time to evaluate where they are and what more they want to accomplish before the year is over.
The business owner’s October checklist Read More »
A lot of small businesses start out as hobbies. After time and growth, the entrepreneur slowly starts devoting more time to the endeavor and it gradually grows into a full fledged business. These are the success stories that motivate many people to strike out on their own.
Do you have a small business or a hobby? Read More »
The 3rd quarterly estimated tax payment is due on Monday, September 17, 2018.
Use this tax payment in conjunction with the #PaycheckCheckup to check your withholding.
Estimated Taxes and the Paycheck Checkup Read More »
Your personal expenses don’t become business expenses just because it’s paid for out of your business account. I know this seems obvious but I see it all the time so this is your friendly reminder about this subject. It’s currently only my mind this morning because I’m correcting a small partnership’s accounting to remove the owner’s personal expenses.Â
Small business owners & personal expenses Read More »
The start of a new school year is always an optimistic time for me. I remember being excited about the new classes and overly motivated to organize and be prepared. That motivation usually lapsed by October, but you get the drift. Use this initial motivation to get financially organized before you get too busy.
3 Financial Tips & 1 Tax Tip for College Students Read More »
This is just your friendly reminder that some businesses in Texas, or with operations in Texas, might have an August 15, 2018 deadline to file their Texas Franchise Tax Report or to request a second extension.Â
Don’t miss the August 15th Second Texas Franchise Tax Extension! Read More »
The IRS has issued proposed regulations for Section 199A. This is my list of articles covering this new tax deduction for businesses.
Rundown on proposed regulations on Section 199A Deduction issued by the IRS Read More »