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Tax Withholding Estimator
Use your best estimates for the year ahead to determine how to complete Form W-4 so you don't have too much or too little federal income tax withheld.
Don’t Miss Out on These Common Tax Write-Offs
As a small business owner, have you ever wondered what a tax write-off really is? How does a tax write-off affect your business? I’m here to tell you what a write-off is and provide a list of some of the biggest write-offs available to your business.
What is Bookkeeping?
Let’s get down to the fundamentals of what bookkeeping is, why it is important, and why it is a good idea to hire a bookkeeper.
Bookkeeping Dictionary
A quick guide to learn or find bookkeeping, payroll, accounting, QuickBooks, or tax terms.
10 Reasons You Should Hire a Bookkeeper for Your Startup
This is an excellent article on how hiring a bookkeeper for your company saves you money.
How Bookkeeping Can Save Your Business
Bookkeeping is the backbone of your accounting. It must be done correctly. This blog by QuickBooks is right on the spot.
Financial Statements: What Business Owners Should Know
Financial statements are reports that explain a company’s financial performance and profitability for a certain period of time. This blog posts illustrates the importance of understanding your company’s financial position.
Why Should I Keep Records?
Organization and managing records are vital to a successful business. The IRS lays out the importance of good recordkeeping.
What Kinds of Records Should I Keep?
Overwhelmed about the types of records you should be keeping? It depends on your business. The IRS has a good outline. If you still have questions, give me a call!
How Long Should I Keep Records?
The length of time you should keep a document depends on the action, expense, or event which the document records. It is important to make sure you know and understand the law.
What is the Burden of Proof?
The responsibility to prove entries, deductions, and statements made on your tax returns is known as the burden of proof. Make sure to have yourself covered.
How Long Should I Keep Employment Tax Records?
Short answer: Keep all records of employment taxes for at least four years after filing the 4th quarter for the year. Click on this link to see an inventory of information you need to have.
What New Business Owners Need to Know According to the IRS
This publication provides basic federal tax information for people who are starting a business. It also provides information on keeping records and illustrates a recordkeeping system.
PayPal Receipts Insufficient as Proof of Expenses
Don’t get caught in a predicament. Learn why PayPal receipts are insufficient as proof of expenses.
IRS Defines “Restaurant” for 100% Deduction of Business Meals
Business meals are 100% deductible until Jan. 1, 2023—when purchased at a “restaurant.” But does “restaurant” include: delivered food? food purchased grocery stores? at specialty food shops?
When an Employee Should Update Form W-4
Are you aware of when and how often an employee should update their W-4? Read this article from the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers to find out more.
New Instructions for Forms 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC
A vital role of a bookkeeper is to keep track of changing payroll laws. This article outlines the changes the IRS released for 2020.
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