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3 Things You Should Ask Your Accountant Before the End of the Year
There have been many changes to tax law which are effective for 2018, which is why you're definitely going to want to have a chat with your Accountant before the end of the year. (Don't have one? Find one today!) Here are 3 questions that you definitely want to ask as soon as possible. What's this new 20% deduction on business income? As a small-business owner, this is likely one of your … [Read more...]
Pay Yourself Already!
One of the best parts of running your own business is paying yourself, but too many small business owners don't understand how to - or worse, they put their own interests last and don't pay themselves at all! How to Pay Yourself as a Sole Proprietor As a sole proprietor, you are your business, and the IRS taxes you accordingly. Whether you actually pay yourself or not, you'll be paying taxes on … [Read more...]
The Value of a Mid-Year Check-In
Many people assume that the only time of the year they need to talk to their accountant is around tax time, but you should actually be in regular contact with your accountant - or, at the very least, have a mid-year check-in. Here are a few reasons you should schedule an appointment with your tax preparer before the Halloween decorations are out. See if you are on track with your estimated … [Read more...]
Guidelines for Hiring Subcontractors
As your business grows, it might be time to start hiring help. You can do that by hiring employees or working with subcontractors. If you hire an employee, you have to deal with salaries, payroll taxes, and many other legal and HR related issues. If you hire a subcontractor, things are a bit simplified - as long as you follow the right guidelines. Since many small business owners prefer to … [Read more...]