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Preparing for 2021: Tax Planning Strategies for Small Business Owners
If you are a small business owner, every penny of your income counts. This means that you not only want to optimize your revenue, but...
Dec 4, 20207 min read


Year-End Financial Checklist: 4 Money Moves You Should Prioritize Now
If you can’t wait for 2020 to be over, you’re certainly not alone. But don’t let the myriad terrible things about the year distract you...
Dec 3, 20206 min read


Though IRS disallows deductibility of expenses with PPP loan proceeds, they also issue a safe harbor
Previously we shared that the IRS will disallow deductible expenses for businesses with PPP loans and to write your congressional...
Nov 25, 20201 min read


Small business owners influence congressional representatives
With the debate between Congress and IRS continuing, this an opportune time for small business owners to try to influence congressional...
Nov 24, 20201 min read


Congress battles with IRS regarding deductibility of forgiven PPP loans
In response to the IRS ruling on the deductibility of forgiven PPP loans, Congress recently made a joint statement saying the Treasury is...
Nov 23, 20201 min read


IRS doubles down on nondeductibility of PPP-funded expenses
In guidance issued on Wednesday, November 18, IRS reiterated its position that taxpayers cannot claim a deduction for any otherwise...
Nov 22, 20201 min read


Did your earnings suffer in 2020?
Many families have experienced a loss of income in 2020. Here are a few ideas to consider if you are facing an income shortfall this...
Nov 22, 20201 min read


IRS Announces Help with Tax Debt
The IRS recently announced a new program, the Taxpayer Relief Initiative, to help taxpayers who are unable to pay their taxes because of...
Nov 19, 20202 min read


Maximizing Education Credits
An education credit helps with the cost of higher education by reducing the amount of tax owed on your tax return. If the credit reduces...
Nov 17, 20201 min read


Reasonable Compensation for Working Shareholders
Are You a Working Shareholder in an S-Corporation? If so, you may not be aware of the IRS’s “reasonable compensation” requirements, which...
Nov 15, 20201 min read


IRS Releases Inflation Adjustments for 2021
At CJ Smith CPA, we want to be forward thinkers and consider planning opportunities for 2021. This article shares IRS inflationary...
Nov 12, 20203 min read


IRS Extends the Opportunity to Defer Capital Gains
As part of tax reform put into place a couple of years ago, individuals are able to defer both short- and long-term capital gains into...
Nov 6, 20203 min read


What Happens if I Missed the October 15th Tax Extension Deadline?
We’ve all been there. Life is super busy. We have to take care of our families and friends, work obligations, and all our other...
Nov 4, 20203 min read


Tax Law Changes Allow Year-End Charitable Planning Opportunities
As the end of the tax year approaches, it is worth spending a few minutes reviewing some of the changes that have been made in the tax...
Nov 2, 20204 min read


Don’t Miss Out on Year-End Tax-Planning Opportunities
2020 has given rise to more than the usual tax-planning opportunities.
Oct 31, 20206 min read


The SBA Issues a Simplified PPP Loan-Forgiveness Application
The whole process of obtaining a PPP loan and applying for forgiveness has been complicated from the start...
Oct 29, 20203 min read


12 Financial Metrics Small Business Owners Should Track
Below you’ll find our list of 12 of the most important elements of your financial report, and what you can do with the information.
Oct 27, 20205 min read


Ready for the 1099-NEC?
The Internal Revenue Service has resurrected a form that has not been used since the early 1980s, Form 1099-NEC.
Oct 24, 20204 min read


Do You Know Unemployment Benefits Are Taxable?
In many cases, workers are receiving unemployment benefits for the first time in their lives...
Oct 22, 20202 min read


Actually, a Recession is a Great Time to Launch That New Startup
There are definitely factors that will determine whether or not a startup will succeed, but they have less to do with the coronavirus...
Oct 20, 20204 min read
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