The New 20% Small Business Deduction

There is a brand new 20% small business deduction that everyone is talking about. In the tax and legal professions, it’s fondly know at Section 199A. Here are some facts about this deduction: The Basics All pass-thru entities, such as Sole Proprietors, S-corporations and Partnerships that qualify

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Tax Changes Affecting Small Businesses

In 2018, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act entered into effect. Though this act was primarily billed as helping large corporations, it also made changes relevant to small and mid-sized businesses. For small business owners, these tax law changes are best countered by planning ahead for the year

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Earned Income Credit – IRS Gives Free Money to Certain Taxpayers

I want free money!!  How do I get it?  Back in 1975, Congress approved this Earned Income Credit (EIC) to provide an incentive to working taxpayers.  To qualify, you must meet certain requirements. To receive earned income credit you must have earned income from employment (W-2), self-employment

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Converting Your Home to a Rental

Sometimes there are economic reasons why people convert their personal residence to a rental.  Maybe they are not able to sell the home.  Or, their family has been downsized due to kids leaving or a divorce.  Or, maybe health or financial reasons will motivate this change.  First,

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Is Your Business Considered a Hobby by the IRS?

Very frequently tax preparers are asked to provide clarification on IRS rules that they heard from a friend, neighbor or colleague. Usually some part of the statement is true; however, there is always more to the story or it may not apply to that person’s specific situation.

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Gift Taxes: Do They Matter to You?

Clothing. A gold watch. A $100 gift certificate in a greeting card. These are some of the types of gifts that most of us give to others, and let’s face it – with gifts like that, the majority of us won’t ever need to worry about filing

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Changes in Itemized Deductions for Individuals in 2018

There are numerous changes effective for tax year 2018 that will affect taxpayers who normally itemized deductions. Here is a summary of the changes. Taxes In 2017, property taxes, and state and local income taxes were deductible. Taxpayers can elect to deduct sales tax in lieu of

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