Starting a business rarely begins with a strategic checklist of all of the resources necessary to run and scale successfully. Rather, many, if not most businesses start because the founder has a passion or skill that is exceptional and in-demand and they grow from there. Because of this, many business… [Read more]
Vince B. EDD Audit Case Study
We are grateful to our client, Vince B., for sharing his story of how we were able to help him weather an EDD audit. This audit could have closed his business and had far-reaching repercussions for his personal finances as well as business finances. In 2020, Vince was hit with… [Read more]
The Difference Between EDD and CSLB Audits
Employment Development Department (EDD) and California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) audits both expose your business to fines and penalties if the agency finds you noncompliant with the strict regulations and policies they have in place for classifying 1099 independent contractors. Both CSLB and EDD perform site sweeps that can… [Read more]
Recent Construction Site Sweeps Explained
General contractors who hire unlicensed workers and unlicensed subcontractors put themselves at risk for potential criminal action by the local District Attorney (DA) and they risk receiving a stop work order from California Contractor State Licensing Board (CSLB) if and when that agency performs a site sweep. A site… [Read more]
Tax Liens: What are They and How to Avoid One
The Internal Revenue Services (IRS) works swiftly when taxpayers fail to pay taxes on time, or at all. Failure to pay or late payment of taxes triggers an IRS notification to you or your business of noncompliance, and outlines the necessary steps to rectify that noncompliance. When those warnings are… [Read more]
Right of Control: Who has it and How Does EDD Determine 1099 Status?
When determining whether your workers should be classified as employees or independent contractors, it’s critical to ensure that you are closely following the Employment Development Department’s (EDD) strict guidelines. On the simplest level, proper classification is determined by whether or not the principal, or employer, holds the “right of control.”… [Read more]
What’s the Difference Between Tax Fraud, Tax Evasion, and Negligence
Paying taxes is required for the workforce and for businesses. No one wants to pay more taxes than required, but purposefully avoiding these payments can open your business up to criminal tax liability. While there are legal loopholes to pay fewer taxes, often framed as tax avoidance, there are also… [Read more]
Top 7 Most Common Questions About IRS Audits
Anytime you file taxes, there is a chance that your tax return might be audited by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The agency conducts standard procedures to find any errors or discrepancies among taxpayers. The audit process is meticulous and, should you find yourself under the scrutiny of IRS, will… [Read more]
Why IRS is Redirecting Their Focus Towards Cryptocurrency Tax Evasion
In mid-May, the U.S Treasury Department announced that they would require any transfer of $10,000 or more to be reported to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This update comes in response to growing concerns with regard to cryptocurrency compliance. While many forms of crypto trading were designed to be hidden… [Read more]
Biden Administration Revokes Employer Friendly Independent Contractor Test
In early May of this year, the Biden Administration officially made the decision to revoke the previously adjusted Trump era ruling on independent contractor classification. Earlier this year, in January 2021, the Trump administration took advantage of the opportunity to implement final changes to the Department of Labor (DOL)… [Read more]