10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Accountant for Your Small Business

Now that the 2013 tax season has gotten into high gear, you may be considering using the services of an accountant- whether to help you with your tax preparation or to get your financial reporting in order. But where and how should you start looking for the right candidate? Making a poor choice with a [...]

Reduce the Risk of Filing Your Business Taxes Electronically

As the year comes to an end many small businesses owners may already be thinking about the upcoming tax season. If you are among that population then here’s one more thing to think about: If you plan on filing your business taxes electronically or will be working with sensitive personal and financial information online in [...]

5 Business Tax Tips to Make Your Tax Filing Easier

If the thought of filing your business taxes makes you head for a bottle of Tums, then take a look at these five business tax tips to simplify the process. Learn how gain more control, take advantage of free or low-cost tax tools, and get educated.  (Image Credit) 1. Maintain clear records and know what [...]

(Very) Last Minute Tax Tips For Unprofitable Businesses

Though there have been a few indications as of late that our economic situation is starting to lighten up (a bit), the truth is that for many small businesses, 2010 has been a hard year. When “hard” spells not profitable, knowing how to handle your taxes properly is essential. Many small business owners may not [...]

Does Your Small Business Need an Accountant?

As a small business owner, keeping overhead costs to a minimum may be top priority. So, when it comes to accounting issues, it may be tempting to tackle the job on your own rather then spending precious capital on hiring a professional accountant to do the job.   But is this really a wise move [...]

How to Legally Avoid Paying Business Taxes

Many small business owners are unknowingly paying more than they have to towards their federal taxes!  Much of this has to do with either ignorance or confusion regarding what can and cannot be deducted. If you are looking the maximize your tax deductions this year, then consider the following recommendations. Please note, however, that the [...]