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Laptop battery safety is no laughing matter
- Oct 03, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Uncategorized
You’d be hard pressed to find a business today that doesn’t have laptop computers listed among its assets. Large companies have hundreds of them; midsize ones issue them to managers to facilitate mobility; and many small businesses rely on them as primary computing devices. Now, in and of itself, a laptop may seem harmless. But they literally hold a clear…
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The chances of an IRS audit are low, but business owners should be prepared
- Oct 02, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Uncategorized
Many business owners ask: How can I avoid an IRS audit? The good news is that the odds against being audited are in your favor. In fiscal year 2018, the IRS audited approximately 0.6% of individuals. Businesses, large corporations and high-income individuals are more likely to be audited but, overall, audit rates are historically low. There’s no 100% guarantee…
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Does your team know the profitability game plan?
- Sep 25, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Uncategorized
Autumn brings falling leaves and … the gridiron. Football teams — from high school to pro — are trying to put as many wins on the board as possible to make this season a special one. For business owners, sports can highlight important lessons about profitability. One in particular is that you and your coaches must learn from your mistakes…
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How to treat your business website costs for tax purposes
- Sep 23, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Uncategorized
These days, most businesses need a website to remain competitive. It’s an easy decision to set one up and maintain it. But determining the proper tax treatment for the costs involved in developing a website isn’t so easy. That’s because the IRS hasn’t released any official guidance on these costs yet. Consequently, you must apply existing guidance on other costs…
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How to research a business customer’s creditworthiness
- Sep 19, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Business
Extending credit to business customers can be an effective way to build goodwill and nurture long-term buyers. But if you extend customer credit, it also brings sizable financial risk to your business, as cash flow could grind to a halt if these customers don’t make their payments. Even worse, they could declare bankruptcy and bow out of their obligations entirely.…
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Uncle Sam may provide relief from college costs on your tax return
- Sep 18, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Uncategorized
We all know the cost of college is expensive. The latest figures from the College Board show that the average annual cost of tuition and fees was $10,230 for in-state students at public four-year universities — and $35,830 for students at private not-for-profit four-year institutions. These amounts don’t include room and board, books, supplies, transportation and other expenses that a…
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5 ways to withdraw cash from your corporation while avoiding dividend treatment
- Sep 17, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Uncategorized
Do you want to withdraw cash from your closely held corporation at a low tax cost? The easiest way is to distribute cash as a dividend. However, a dividend distribution isn’t tax-efficient, since it’s taxable to you to the extent of your corporation’s “earnings and profits.” But it’s not deductible by the corporation. Different approaches Fortunately, there are several alternative…
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The next estimated tax deadline is September 16: Do you have to make a payment?
- Sep 04, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Uncategorized
If you’re self-employed and don’t have withholding from paychecks, you probably have to make estimated tax payments. These payments must be sent to the IRS on a quarterly basis. The third 2019 estimated tax payment deadline for individuals is Monday, September 16. Even if you do have some withholding from paychecks or payments you receive, you may still have to…
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Is it time to hire a CFO or controller?
- Aug 09, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Business
Many business owners reach a point where managing the financial side of the enterprise becomes overwhelming. Usually, this is a good thing — the company has grown to a point where simple bookkeeping and basic financial reporting just don’t cut it anymore. If you can relate to the feeling, it may be time to add a CFO or controller. But…
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The tax implications of being a winner
- Aug 06, 2019
- By Dukhon Tax
- In Tax Advice
If you’re lucky enough to be a winner at gambling or the lottery, congratulations! After you celebrate, be ready to deal with the tax consequences of your good fortune. Winning at gambling Whether you win at the casino, a bingo hall, or elsewhere, you must report 100% of your winnings as taxable income. They’re reported on the “Other income” line…