Consider Borrowing From Your Corporation But Structure the Deal Carefully
If you own a closely held corporation, you can borrow funds from your business at rates that are lower than those charged by a bank. But it’s important to [...]
The Tax Advantages of Including Debt in a C Corporation Capital Structure
Let’s say you plan to use a C corporation to operate a newly acquired business or you have an existing C corporation that needs more capital. You should know that the [...]
Guaranteeing a loan to your corporation? There may be tax implications
Let’s say you decide to, or are asked to, guarantee a loan to your corporation. Before agreeing to act as a guarantor, endorser, or indemnitor of a debt obligation [...]
Steps to Help Avert Sabotage by Former Employees
Termination can be painful, whether it's for cause or part of a business slump that you can't avoid. Employees who are fired or laid off often have negative feelings about [...]
Protect the “Ordinary and Necessary” Advertising Expenses of Your Business
Under tax law, businesses can generally deduct advertising and marketing expenses that help keep existing customers and bring in new ones. This valuable tax deduction can help businesses cut [...]
Tax Law Changes that Could Affect Your Business Return
Every tax season, business owners must familiarize themselves with tax law changes that went into effect for that tax year. Fortunately, businesses don't have to contend with sweeping changes for [...]
Let’s Be Reasonable about Owners’ Compensation
Is it possible to have too much of a good thing? The IRS thinks so, at least in the context of compensation paid to business owners. If an owner's compensation is [...]
Due Diligence Checklist for Sellers
When it comes to due diligence procedures, much attention is focused on those who want to buy a business. But sellers must also conduct due diligence investigations and it's important [...]
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 [...]
2022 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 [...]
The Election to Apply the Research Tax Credit Against Payroll Taxes
The credit for increasing research activities, often referred to as the research and development (R&D) credit, is a valuable tax break available to eligible businesses. Claiming the credit involves complex [...]
How to Maximize the QBI Deduction Amid the Pandemic
Since the qualified business income (QBI) deduction first become available in 2018, things have changed dramatically, mainly due to the various effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Possible tax rate increases, and [...]
Defer Tax With a Like-Kind Exchange
Do you want to sell commercial or investment real estate that has appreciated significantly? One way to defer a tax bill on the gain is with a Section 1031 “like-kind” [...]
Providing A Company Car? Here’s How Taxes Are Handled
The use of a company vehicle is a valuable fringe benefit for owners and employees of small businesses. This perk results in tax deductions for the employer as well as [...]
Smart Reasons to Hire Your Spouse
Many businesses are having trouble recruiting and retaining qualified workers today. Nearly 90% of employers reported difficulty filling open positions, according to a recent survey conducted by the Society for Human [...]