If you missed a tax deadline or simply couldn’t afford your small business tax bill and got behind, you could face penalties and other issues. This article provides vital information to help you get your financials back on track. What can happen to your small business if you owe back taxes? Depending on your business […]
Frequently Asked Questions about Excise Taxes
In this article, we discuss excise taxes, what they are, how they work, and who pays them. Read on to learn the fundamentals of excise taxes. What Is an Excise Tax? According to the IRS, excise taxes are “imposed on various goods, services, and activities.” That definition is vague, so let’s understand exactly what an […]
Saving and Investing — They’re Not the Same
“Save for retirement.” “Invest for retirement.” You’ve probably heard these phrases many times and may have even used them yourself. But what do they mean? When you put money in a retirement plan or in a bank account that earns interest, are you saving or investing? Recognizing the difference could help you plan for a […]
What’s Your Business’s Fallback Plan?
Like many small business owners, you may plan on working until you are ready to retire. And, once you reach that point, you may expect to sell your business and live off the proceeds. Or, you may have partners or children who can keep the business operating once you are ready to step away. However, […]
Managing Remote and Hybrid Workers
Whether or not the number of people working from office buildings returns to pre-COVID levels, one thing appears certain: Remote and hybrid work models are here to stay. Business owners and other managers who rely on individuals who are working remotely full- or part-time are refining and elevating their management skills so that they get […]
Worker Classification: Pay Attention
It isn’t easy deciding whether a worker should be treated as an employee or an independent contractor. But the IRS looks at the distinction closely. Tax Obligations For an employee, a business generally must withhold income and FICA (Social Security and Medicare) taxes from the employee’s pay and remit those taxes to the government. Additionally, […]