Now that the April filing deadline has passed, small business owners may be asking: what’s next? As tempting as it may be to put off thinking of taxes until next year, some small business owners may be required to respond to an California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) audit. Read on how… [Read more]
Why We Do Tax with Entrepreneurial Operating Systems
John Milikowsky, Founder of Milikowsky Tax Law, often faces these questions: “why do you do what you do?” and “why are you a tax attorney?” To him, the answer is simple, “I really enjoy keeping businesses in business.” Listen to John himself explain why he does what he does- defend… [Read more]
IRS Wants to Look at Your Bank Account
Bank accounts serve as a tool for personal and private finances. In the past, bank accounts were not typically investigated or monitored by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) unless a taxpayer experienced an audit. However, following a proposal by the Biden Administration, IRS can now look into your bank account. … [Read more]
How to Respond to IRS Letter CP 2000
What is a CP 2000? Watch our video below: IRS sends audit letters to taxpayers when tax returns and reported data from employers or banks do not match. This specific letter is IRS letter CP 2000. It is not a formal audit letter notice. However, it does notify the taxpayer… [Read more]
What Should You Pay for a Tax Attorney?
How much should you pay for a tax attorney? It depends on the issue you’re facing. If you’re a business owner, you can expect to pay a little bit more because these cases tend to have more complicated issues. Sometimes, cases can cost $2,000 to $3,000, but it depends… [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]
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