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Why it’s important to meet the tax return filing and payment deadlines

4/27/2021

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The May 17 deadline for filing your 2020 individual tax return is coming up soon. It’s important to file and pay your tax return on time to avoid penalties imposed by the IRS. Here are the basic rules.​

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Claiming the business energy credit for using alternative energy

4/26/2021

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​Are you wondering whether alternative energy technologies can help you manage energy costs in your business? If so, there’s a valuable federal income tax benefit (the business energy credit) that applies to the acquisition of many types of alternative energy property.
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The credit is intended primarily for business users of alternative energy (other energy tax breaks apply if you use alternative energy in your home or produce energy for sale).

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Unemployed last year? Buying health insurance this year? You may benefit from favorable new changes

4/20/2021

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​In recent months, there have been a number of tax changes that may affect your individual tax bill. Many of these changes were enacted to help mitigate the financial damage caused by COVID-19.

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Home sales: How to determine your “basis”

4/13/2021

 
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The housing market in many parts of the country is strong this spring. If you’re buying or selling a home, you should know how to determine your “basis.”

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Simple retirement savings options for your small business

4/12/2021

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Are you thinking about setting up a retirement plan for yourself and your employees, but you’re worried about the financial commitment and administrative burdens involved in providing a traditional pension plan? Two options to consider are a “simplified employee pension” (SEP) or a “savings incentive match plan for employees” (SIMPLE).
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SEPs are intended as an alternative to “qualified” retirement plans, particularly for small businesses. The relative ease of administration and the discretion that you, as the employer, are permitted in deciding whether or not to make annual contributions, are features that are appealing.

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Who qualifies for “head of household” tax filing status?

4/6/2021

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When you file your tax return, you must check one of the following filing statuses: Single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household or qualifying widow(er). Who qualifies to file a return as a head of household, which is more favorable than single?
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To qualify, you must maintain a household, which for more than half the year, is the principal home of a “qualifying child” or other relative of yours whom you can claim as a dependent (unless you only qualify due to the multiple support rules).

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Tax advantages of hiring your child at your small business

4/5/2021

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As a business owner, you should be aware that you can save family income and payroll taxes by putting your child on the payroll.

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