With the 2018 changes in the tax law, there are many tax saving opportunities for your business and family. We define tax planning under three key steps : Identifying key areas or Diagnostic test: This step is the process of identifying areas/ sources of income that may require you to pay the highest amount ofRead more about Benefits of tax planning[…]
Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRA) An IRA account is a tax-favored personal savings arrangement for your retirement. There are two popular types of IRAs, traditional and Roth IRA. An IRA can be set up with the bank or any financial institution. Traditional IRAs The contribution limits to IRAs for those under the age of 50 inRead more about IRAs-Individual Vs Roth IRA and how they can help you save taxes?[…]
As a taxpayer, you may need to access your tax history and key information relating to the most recently filed taxes. Our below article outlines important information regarding accessing your online tax history from the IRS website. You can access online through IRS online access. The online access will provide you following important tax information onRead more about How to check your tax information online ?[…]
The Tax Cuts and Jobs act has newer rules for deducting business meals and entertainment expenses. According to prior 2017 tax law, most meals and entertainment expenses were 50% deductible for tax purposes. We have received many questions about how meals and entertainment expenses will be taxed and impact on your businesses. In general, mostRead more about How meals and entertainment expenses will be taxed in 2018?[…]
How to claim a parent as a dependent on your tax returns? The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act made major changes to the tax law for dependent exemptions. The following are few important key points for claiming dependents on your tax returns. 2018 Tax law changes Under the 2017 tax law, youRead more about How to claim a parent as a dependent on your tax returns?[…]
Happy and excited to receive a big tax refund check, think again… That’s because receiving a big tax refund is actually a bad thing… A big tax refund indicates you are paying too much in taxes…. The # 1 mistake which most taxpayers make is overpaying taxes. A big tax refund signals unplannedRead more about Happy to receive a big tax refund, think again…[…]
Five tax credits for a bigger 2017 refund Tax credits help reduce the amount of tax you owe. A refundable tax credit allows you to reduce your overall tax liability and it can also result in a refund. Child Tax credit: You are eligible to receive up to $1,000 on your tax return. YouRead more about Five tax credits for a bigger 2017 refund[…]
10 Business tax deductions not to miss this tax season 1)Business Startup expenses – Startup expenses that are up to $5,000 can qualify for a valid business deduction. This can be taken as a business deduction the same year. This covers legal and company formation fees paid in connection with creating/ acquiring another business. If costs exceed $5,000,Read more about 10 Business tax deductions not to miss this tax season (2017 tax year)[…]
Who can you claim as a dependent on your tax return? This is the most important question on every taxpayer’s mind at the time of tax filing. So, below are few basic rules for adding dependents on your tax returns : There are 2 types of dependents who may be claimed on your taxRead more about Who can you claim as a dependent on your tax return?[…]
Ten questions to ask when choosing a tax preparer It’s the time of the year when many of you are searching for a tax professional to help file your taxes. It is extremely important to choose your tax professional wisely. As a taxpayer, you are responsible for all the information on the taxRead more about Ten questions to ask when choosing a tax preparer[…]
