Federal Tax Obligations When a Business Shuts Down
Today's uncertain market conditions are taking a toll on some businesses — and unfortunately, some of them decide to discontinue operations. However, closing shop involves more than just turning off the lights and locking the doors. There are various income and payroll tax obligations to handle, depending on how your business is structured.
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1. What Certain IRS Notices Mean
2. What Exactly is a 'Small Business?'
3. Good Records are a Must for Businesses
4. The Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit
5. The New Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax
Read More Federal Tax News for Individuals
1. Avoid Last-Minute Tax Filing
2. Be on the Lookout for a New Fraud Scam
3. Some Tax Help with the Cost of Kids
4. What can Happen When Taxes Go Unpaid?
5. Revised Dates for Required IRA Distributions
Read More Mid-year Tax Planning for Small Businesses and Owners
Have you met with your tax advisor to plan for 2023? The current tax year is already half over, and many tax planning moves require some time to implement. Fortunately, you still have several months to make changes. Here are four ideas to inspire small businesses and owners to take action to lower their tax obligations for this year
Read More What Can You Do to Lower Your 2023 Tax Obligation?
Inflated grocery and energy bills are straining household budgets this year. While you can't stop inflation, there are legitimate, proactive steps you may be able to take to lower your federal income tax bill. Here are six midyear tax planning ideas for individuals to consider. But time flies, so don't delay meeting with your tax advisor to set things in motion.
Read More How to Reap the Tax Perks of Business-Owned Life Insurance
Businesses may purchase life insurance policies on their employees or owners for various operational and estate-planning purposes. Proceeds from these policies may be eligible for favorable tax treatment if certain conditions are met. Do you know the tax rules regarding exclusions from income, notice and consent, and annual reporting? Here's a brief overview.
Read More Inflation Boosts Federal Gift and Estate Tax Breaks
If there's a silver lining to today's inflation, it's the increase in federal gift and estate tax breaks that the IRS adjusts annually for inflation. Here's an overview of the breaks that are available for 2023 and inflation-adjusted estimates for next year. Beware: Today's favorable unified federal gift and estate tax exemption is scheduled to expire after 2025, unless Congress extends it.
Read More IRS provides transitional relief for RMDs and inherited IRAs
Some taxpayers can look forward to receiving transitional relief from the IRS related to the required beginning dates for taking required minimum distributions from retirement plans.
Read More Sales Tax Holiday August 4-August 6, 2023
Ohio will have a sales tax holiday from Friday, August 4, 2023, at 12 a.m. to Sunday, August 6, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.
Read More What’s in the Fiscal Responsibility Act?
With a financial crisis averted, let’s take a look at the highlights of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Read More Federal Tax News for Individuals
1. Tax Help for College Expenses
2. Overlooked Deductions and other Tax Errors
3. Check a Charity's Status Before Donating
4. Taxability of Disability Income
5. Health Savings Accounts for 2024
Read More Estimating the Value of Your Business Today
You should always operate your business as if it's up for sale, because you never know when you'll receive an offer that's too good to refuse. Plus, sales of some business interests may not be planned. Part of operating in a sale-ready state is knowing the current value of your company. Here's an overview of the fundamentals of valuing a private business, including key value drivers.
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