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Payroll Taxes Demystified: A Breakdown for Accountants and CPAs Serving Business Owners

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As accountants and CPAs, dealing with payroll taxes is essential to managing finances for your business clients. Understanding the details of payroll taxes helps you better assist your clients in fulfilling their obligations and maximizing tax efficiency. By Nellie Akalp. for both employees and employers.

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How SUI and State Income Taxes Affect Small Businesses

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Finally, SUI tax rates tend to change from calendar year to calendar year and can rise or fall depending on the economy and the state’s unemployment fund status. Some states require employers to pay additional payroll taxes. In Kentucky, employers are required to withhold an Occupational Tax from employees’ wages.

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Business Tax Rates: How Much Do Small Businesses Pay in Taxes?

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How Are Small Businesses Taxed? Depending on your business structure and income, you may be subject to one or more types of taxes. Other than income tax, your small business may be subject to payroll taxes, self-employment taxes, and more. You’ll also withhold income tax from employees’ wages.

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10 Ways to Help Gen X Clients Prepare for Retirement

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Small business owners typically struggle with saving for retirement because they juggle operating expenses, payroll, taxes, and financing growth opportunities. Having a trusted advisor to help them prioritize and strategize to save for their future can help reduce stress, while also minimizing their tax liability.