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Qualifying as a Real Estate Professional and Deducting Passive Losses

Qualifying as a Real Estate Professional and Deducting Passive Losses

A taxpayer can overcome the presumption that all rental activities are passive if the taxpayer qualifies as a real estate professional by satisfying the two tests of Sec. 469(c)(7)(B): More than one-half of the personal services performed in trades or businesses by you during the tax year are performed in real property trades or businesses…
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Do I Need an LLC to Start a Business?

Do I Need an LLC to Start a Business?

You do not need an LLC to start a business, but for many businesses the benefits of an LLC far outweigh the cost and hassle of setting an LLC up. An LLC, or limited liability company, provides personal liability protection and a formal business structure. You can also get those things by forming a corporation…
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How to Maximize Tax Deductions and Tax Credits – LNK Tax Group

Paying income taxes is the obligation of all Americans. While we are happy to pay our fair share, no one wants to pay too much income tax. That is where tax deductions and credits come into play. U.S. Congress has written the tax code; all 4 million words of it; to allow individuals and businesses…
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Vehicles and Section 179 deduction

Vehicles and Section 179 deduction

One of the more popular uses of the Section 179 Deduction has been for vehicles. In fact, several years ago the Section 179 deduction was sometimes referred to as the “Hummer Tax Loophole,” because at the time it allowed businesses to buy large SUV’s and write them off. While this particular use (or abuse) of…
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Expense Reimbursements – Accountable Plan vs. Non-accountable Plan

Expense Reimbursements – Accountable Plan vs. Non-accountable Plan

Accountable Plans A plan under which an employee is reimbursed for expenses or receives an allowance to cover expenses is an accountable plan only if the following conditions are satisfied: there must a business condition for the expenses the expense must be in connection with performance of services as an employee the reimbursement must be…
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outsourcing bookkeeping and accounting services

When should you consider outsourcing bookkeeping and accounting services?

Effective Management of Business Finances Most small business owners and entrepreneurs juggle every aspect of business management, from administrative tasks to bookkeeping and accounting duties. Many small business owners and entrepreneurs reach a point where managing every task becomes overwhelming and an ineffective use of time. Effective management of business finances is critical for reporting,…
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Why You Should Outsource Your Bookkeeping and Accounting – LNK Tax Group

Why You Should Outsource Your Bookkeeping and Accounting – LNK Tax Group

Unless you have more than $5M in annual revenues (more likely, less than $10M) it will be more cost effective to outsource your bookkeeping and accounting needs. Outsourcing is more flexible, which will allow you to scale your services up or down as your business needs change and you do not have to pay a…
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