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How Does the New Tax Plan Affect Independent Workers?

Tuesday, February 13, 2018

In 2017, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 56 percent increase over the past ten years in workers considering contract work to be their primary means of employment. … Continue Reading

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Small Business Tax Preparation

How Your Small Business Can Better Prepare for Next Year’s Taxes

Wednesday, April 19, 2017

The second half of April marks a major milestone for most small businesses. You’ve filed your taxes, and you can get back performing the countless other tasks needed to run … Continue Reading

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LLC S Corp Tax Election

LLCs Might Reap Financial Savings by Filing Taxes as S-Corporations

Monday, January 30, 2017

You may have already formed your business as an LLC. Or, you might be considering forming an LLC because it helps you and any partners avoid potential personal legal liability … Continue Reading

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2017 Tax Calendar with Extensions

Complete 2017 Tax Calendar With Extension Dates & Changes From 2016

Thursday, December 22, 2016

If you’re a business owner, it’s time to start thinking ahead to the tax filing deadlines in 2017. There are a few changes to be aware of in 2017, thanks … Continue Reading

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Three Things Independent Contractors Should Do To Prepare For Tax Season

Friday, February 6, 2015

Tax season is upon us again, and it’s time to start gathering the materials you’ll need in order to file. If you’re an independent contractor, tax season brings with it … Continue Reading

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More Changes to the Affordable Care Act for Businesses

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) went into effect in 2013, there have been a number of changes to its mandates. The latest, directed businesses, came on February 10. The … Continue Reading

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Hiring An Accountant Versus Using TurboTax For Your Business Taxes

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

The holidays and New Year’s Day are now behind us, which means the next thing looming on the calendar is tax season. For small business owners, it can also mean … Continue Reading

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Easy Ways to Go Green in Your Office – 2013 Earth Day Update

Monday, April 22, 2013

Edit: Updated “Green Your Office Tips” for Earth Day – 4/22/2013. Happy Earth Day 2013! There are several ways to go green. Several months ago, I discussed special services that … Continue Reading

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DIY Tax Software for Small Businesses

Monday, March 18, 2013

With less than a month until Tax Day 2013, many small business owners may still be in a rush to get their paperwork together. And as most business owners hire … Continue Reading

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Tips for Self-Employed Taxpayers for 2012 Tax Returns

Monday, February 11, 2013

Paying taxes and figuring out tax deductions can be tricky, but if you’re self-employed, maneuvering through tax returns can be downright confusing. With the help of tax software*, filing out … Continue Reading

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Tax Tips for College Students and The Recently Graduated

Monday, January 21, 2013

For a student out on his or her own for the first time, anything to do with taxes is incredibly confusing. Should you even file a 2012 tax return? What … Continue Reading

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Small Business Tax Deductions You Should Be Taking

Friday, March 12, 2010

With tax season upon us, one can easily become a little overwhelmed by all the tax rules, new changes, credits and deductions. Things are doubly confusing if you’re a small … Continue Reading

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Home Office Tax Deduction Tips

Monday, February 1, 2010

Spending time on your home office/business deductions can be worth it, as long as your deductions are credible and as exact as possible. The AP recently reported on the increasing … Continue Reading

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Tax-Compare.com Has Been Re-Launched with 2009 Tax Software Reviews

Friday, January 8, 2010

We just re-launched our sister site, Tax-Compare.com, with new reviews and information about filing your taxes this year. We’ve added a Price Calculator that determines your Recommended Products and tells … Continue Reading

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How to Get a Bigger Tax Return

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Correctly Calculate Your Recovery Rebate Credit for 2008: Many news outlets have already reported that a recent sampling of already-filed tax returns shows that 15% of filers have miscalculated their … Continue Reading

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