Perception of the requirements for IRS Form 5472 for foreign businesses are influenced by the globalization of the economy. In the tech world we currently live in, the internet has almost eliminated country boundaries and has allowed foreign business to sell their products and goods all over the globe. This… [Read more]
What to do if you are contacted by IRS Criminal or FBI
When IRS or FBI conduct a criminal investigation into a company’s taxes they often show up unannounced at that company’s place of business or, at the home of the company’s controlling partner. In addition to being jarring for the business owner this can result in mistakes being made that are… [Read more]
Can your 2019 1099’s open you up to an EDD audit?
Businesses with multiple 1099s may have inadvertently opened themselves up to EDD audit or investigation. AB_5, the “Gig Work Bill” was signed into law last year by Gov. Gavin Newsom and went into effect January 1, 2020. The new law makes criteria for classifying a 1099 worker much more stringent. … [Read more]
Business Tax Rates: What Should You Expect To Pay?
Corporate or Business Tax is a tax charged on a company’s profits. Depending on your business entity type your taxes are due at different times. Partnerships and S-corporations are due 3/15 while individual taxes and C-corps are due 4/15. In both cases quarterly payments can be made April – December…. [Read more]
Four Year-End Tax Questions to Ask Your CPA
Your CPA isn’t just there to ensure that the numbers add up on your tax returns. They can also provide useful advice on how to manage your income for the year and estimate your tax liabilities going forward. A qualified and knowledgeable CPA can also give you insights to help… [Read more]
Understanding Business Tax Rates By Entity Type
There are complicated rules, and they apply differently to businesses based on entity type, size, and a number of other variables. The good news is that, like a new language, it is possible to pick up enough basic tax knowledge to get by on a day-to-day basis and ensure your… [Read more]
Calculating Your Business Tax Liability: Federal and California State Tax Law
States vary in their tax laws and in their allowable deductions for business owners. Because California’s state tax laws differ from federal tax laws, business owners in California should be attentive to ensure they comply with both the federal and state requirements. Working with a qualified CPA who understands California… [Read more]
Does Your Business Accept Large Cash Payments? What You Need to Know to Avoid Red Flags.
While many businesses find that cash payments are both industry-standard and a convenient way of doing business, and acknowledging that it is perfectly legal to accept cash payments, there are some challenges to consider when it comes to preparing for tax season if your business accepts large cash payments. It… [Read more]
How to Effectively Respond to an IRS Notice
Selling Business Assets That are Subject to a Tax Lien: What You Need to Know
When you fall significantly behind on a government tax bill, whether that tax bill is attached to your company or personal taxes, Uncle Sam looks for other ways to collect. One method includes staking a claim in your business interests. Not only can the government put a tax lien on… [Read more]
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