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Could the New Markets Tax Credit benefit your business?

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Businesses in economically distressed communities often have difficulty obtaining capital for expansion, equipment, facilities and other investments. The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) encourages private investment in these underserved areas by offering federal income tax credits to qualifying investors. This credit was previously scheduled to expire on December 31, 2025. However, the One Big Beautiful […]

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FAQs about resolving small business tax issues

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Tax problems can happen to even the most organized small business owners. A cash flow crunch, an unexpected tax notice, a missed filing deadline or a payroll tax oversight can be stressful — especially when penalties and interest begin to add up. Fortunately, businesses can get back on track by addressing tax issues promptly and

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Demystifying like-kind exchanges

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If you’re a real estate developer or a small business owner who owns commercial real estate, you might be thinking about selling a property. If it has appreciated significantly, a Section 1031 like-kind exchange may allow you to defer tax on some or all of the gain. With this transaction, you exchange one property for

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Self-employed? Don’t overlook valuable tax deductions

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If you’re self-employed, you probably have questions about deducting business expenses on your federal income tax return. Here’s a quick overview of the filing requirements for sole proprietors and independent contractors, and five examples of expense deductions that are commonly overlooked or misunderstood. Filing basics Sole proprietors and independent contractors must report their business activity

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Beware of potential tax issues when selling self-created intangibles

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Many modern businesses rely on intangible assets, such as goodwill, trademarks and customer lists. But the IRS doesn’t treat all intangibles the same way. Questions about how these assets are taxed often arise when a business is sold, ownership changes hands, or intellectual property is licensed or transferred. Generally, intangibles qualify as capital assets that generate capital

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What’s a “small business,” and why does it matter?

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Although your business may seem big to you, you may wonder how the government classifies it for tax purposes. If your organization qualifies as a “small business,” you may enjoy several important tax advantages. But the rules for specific tax provisions vary. So, depending on your size, you might be eligible for some so-called small

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Cost segregation studies can reveal substantial tax savings

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Businesses that own commercial real property may be sitting on an overlooked treasure chest of tax savings — and a cost segregation study can be the key to unlocking it. This is a strategic tool that combines accounting and engineering techniques to identify building costs that are properly allocable to tangible personal property rather than

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Unlock tax-free gains with QSB stock

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If you run your business as a C corporation, you may be eligible for a potentially significant tax break for qualified small business (QSB) stock. This opportunity has existed for years, but recent tax law changes have enhanced it. What’s a QSB corporation? QSB corporations are a special type of C corporation. At the entity level, QSB

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FAQs about the research credit

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Companies that engage in research and development activities may qualify for a federal tax credit for some of those expenses. The credit is complicated to calculate, and not all research activities are eligible — but the tax savings can be significant. Here are answers to questions you might have about this potentially lucrative tax break.

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Debt vs. equity: Classification counts when shareholders put money into their corporations

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If you operate your business as a C corporation, how you put money into your company — and how you take it back out — can have a major impact on your tax bill. Payments from shareholders to fund the business can either be classified as capital contributions (equity) or shareholder loans (debt). That might sound

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