If you run your business from your home or perform certain functions at home that are related to your business, you might be able to claim a home office deduction against your business income on your 2018 income tax return. Thanks to a tax law change back in 2013, there are now two methods for…
The flat 21% federal income tax rate for C corporations under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has been great news for these entities and their owners. But some fundamental tax truths for C corporations largely remain the same: C corporations are subject to double taxation. Double taxation occurs when corporate income is taxed…
Commercial buildings and improvements generally are depreciated over 39 years, which essentially means you can deduct a portion of the cost every year over the depreciation period. (Land isn’t depreciable.) But special tax breaks that allow deductions to be taken more quickly are available for certain real estate investments. Some of these were enhanced by…
The dawning of 2019 means the 2018 income tax filing season will soon be upon us. After year end, it’s generally too late to take action to reduce 2018 taxes. Business owners may, therefore, want to shift their focus to assessing whether they’ll likely owe taxes or get a refund when they file their returns…
Tax planning is a year-round activity, but there are still some year-end strategies you can use to lower your 2018 tax bill. Here are six last-minute tax moves business owners should consider: Postpone invoices. If your business uses the cash method of accounting, and it would benefit from deferring income to next year, wait until…
There are two methods a business can use to track and deduct Auto Expenses for tax purposes. No matter which method your business chooses, it is imperative to use an auto log. Smart phones are now the easiest and most convenient way to track auto use for business. We recommend going with Method 2 (Mileage)…
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Cryptocurrency. Bitcoin. Blockchain. These words may inspire excitement and enthusiasm in some –wariness and confusion in others. The rise of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency as a form of investment and tender has created quite the buzz in recent years. Steep market rises and falls for digital currencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Ripple, have casual…
Our Staff and guests recently gathered at Tonic, in Wilmington, DE, for our Annual Dinner. Part Holiday Celebration, part Staff Recognition, this yearly tradition is an important part of our calendar. Enjoying this time together, our Partners, Staff and their guests reflect on the accomplishments of the prior year and look ahead to the great…
How does the new tax bill impact you and your business? While there are many details included in the new bill that will drive how you plan for your 2018 taxes, we will attempt to highlight some of the major changes: The bill does not affect 2017 taxes. According to the IRS, updated withholding guidance…
