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Partnerships’ exposure to net investment income tax not always clear cut

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Partnerships’ exposure to net investment income tax not always clear cut

The net investment income (NII) tax under Code Sec. 1411 is imposed on income from investments, certain sales of property, and income from passive activities. NII includes net gains from the sale of property, unless the property is held in a non-passive trade or business. If the property sold is a non-passive interest in a […]

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Employers get first look at health insurance information reporting

Since passage of the Affordable Care Act, several key requirements for employers have been delayed, including reporting of health coverage offered to employees, known as Code Sec. 6056 reporting. As 2015 nears, and the prospects of further delay appear unlikely, employers and the IRS are preparing for the filing of these new information returns. Three […]

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Appeals courts split on tax credits for ACA Marketplaces

Employers may be able to claim a tax credit for a portion of their expenses for providing child care to their employees. Code Sec. 45F allows a employer-provided child care credit, which is a part of the general business credit. Businesses calculate the credit using Form 8882, Credit for Employer-Provided Childcare Facilities and Service, and […]

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FAQ: Why use a partnership instead of an S corporation?

Taxpayers that plan to operate a business have a variety of choices. A single individual can operate as a C corporation, an S corporation, a limited liability company (LLC), or a sole proprietorship. Two or more individuals can form a partnership, a corporation (C or S), or an LLC. Nontax considerations State law and nontax […]

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Is a Professional Employer Organization Right for Your Company?

What you need to know when considering a PEO If you’ve read much about Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs), you’ve probably heard them described as everything from the best to the worst decision a business could make. So where does the truth lie? Are PEOs valuable tools for small businesses, or are they a bundle of services […]

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August 2014 Tax Compliance Calendar

As an individual or business, it is your responsibility to be aware of and to meet your tax filing/reporting deadlines. This calendar summarizes important tax reporting and filing data for individuals, businesses and other taxpayers for the month of August 2014. August 1 Employers. Semi-weekly depositors must deposit employment taxes for payroll dates July 26-29. August […]

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July 2014 Tax Compliance Calendar

As an individual or business, it is your responsibility to be aware of and to meet your tax filing/reporting deadlines. This calendar summarizes important tax reporting and filing data for individuals, businesses and other taxpayers for the month of July 2014. July 2 Employers. Semi-weekly depositors must deposit employment taxes for payroll dates June 25–27. […]

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FAQ: What is Self-Employment Tax

Taxpayers who are self-employed must pay self-employment tax on their income from self-employment. The self-employment tax applies in lieu of Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) taxes paid by employees and employers on compensation from employment. Like FICA taxes, the self-employment tax consists of taxes collected for Social Security and for Medicare (hospital insurance or HI). […]

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IRS Unveils Taxpayer Bill of Rights

The Tax Code contains many taxpayer rights and protections. However, because the Tax Code is so large and complex, many taxpayers, who do not have the advice of a tax professional, are unaware of their rights. To clarify these protections, the IRS recently announced a Taxpayer Bill of Rights, describing 10 rights taxpayers have when […]

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Financial Audits and Reviews – More than a Necessary Evil

Dealing with financial audits and reviews may not be the most exciting part of running a business, but each of these accounting engagements can bring considerable value to management. Whether you are a business owner or an external stakeholder, getting reliable, accurate and meaningful financial information is critical to your ability to protect your investment and maximize […]

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