The full scope of the coronavirus impact on tax law (and all other areas of business in the US and around the globe) has yet to be determined, but we can already see some of its major effects on tax laws in the United States. Just a few months after… [Read more]
Coronavirus: Business Owners Can File for Unemployment
As the greater impact of coronavirus COVID-19 continues to worsen, it is important to stay up-to-date with the potential repercussions as a business owner. This year’s tax filing deadlines have been extended to July 15th which will offer some relief to business owners keeping cash in the business. If your… [Read more]
IRS Extends Deadline to Pay [and File as of 3/18] Taxes to July 15, 2020
This article was edited on 3/18 to reflect the update from IRS that businesses now have an extension not only pay but also to file taxes. IRS Extends deadline to PAY AND FILE taxes to July 15 for most individuals and businesses. The Trump administration has announced that most individuals… [Read more]
How IRS Criminal Investigations Start
IRS Criminal investigations begin with a suspicion of fraud and violations of: Internal Revenue Code Bank Secrecy Act Money laundering statutes …Among others. When IRS determines there is a case against a violator, they refer it to the Department of Justice. Why IRS Special Agents target a business for investigation… [Read more]
New Requirements For IRS Form 5472 (for Foreign Shareholders & Corporations)
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]
Precision & Attention to Detail Are The Hallmarks of Milikowsky Tax Law
John’s level of precision and attention to detail is unmatched. At Milikowsky Tax Law, we partner with CPA firms to provide the highest level of service and support to their clients in case of IRS Audit, EDD investigation or other tax controversy matters. Bernie Minton, CPA is a trusted CPA… [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]
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]
