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Your Essential Guide to the Delaware Annual Filing – 2024

Shay CPA

Every corporation incorporated in the State of Delaware is required to file an Annual Franchise Tax Report and pay the associated franchise taxes. The purpose of this tax is to maintain the corporation’s good standing status within the state.

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More Than a Loophole: Delaware Sales Tax and Other Benefits of Incorporation in DE

inDinero Tax Tips

From startups to public enterprises, your bottom line is affected by your state of incorporation’s corporate income tax, excise (sales and use) tax, sales tax, physical and economic nexus tax, franchise tax, and gross income tax. Why Do So Many Companies Incorporate in Delaware?

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Shutting Down a Tech Company – Some Tax/Accounting Tips

Shay CPA

Close your accounts. You’ve probably already thought about closing your bank accounts, but that’s not the only area where you need to get things sorted. Specifically, you should look at: Payroll accounts, including withholding, Department of Labor, and state unemployment insurance accounts. Sales tax accounts.

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BDO USA is Shifting From a Partnership to a Corporation

CPA Practice

on July 1, after the sixth largest accounting firm in the nation by revenue officially changes from its current partnership structure to a professional services corporation based in Delaware. Being W-2 employees will make the partners’ tax situations a lot simpler than having to file in multiple states.

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5 States with the Lowest Combined Business Taxes

CPA Practice

5 states with the lowest total tax burden for businesses While each state has its own tax structure, several states stand out for their favorable business tax environment. Here are five states renowned for their low taxes for businesses: 1. Florida also provides tax breaks and incentives for startups.

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Stripe Launches Tool To Help Founders File Tax Returns In Minutes

PYMNTS

Stripe has announced an addition to its Stripe Atlas toolkit that will help founders file their corporate tax returns in minutes. This new tool can be especially important for resource-strapped startups, which often have difficulty with the tax process even with the help of an adviser.

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What New York-Based Tech Companies Should Know About QETC Filings

Shay CPA

Specifically, if you can get certified as a qualified emerging tech company (QETC), you and your investors can claim some meaningful credits to lower your tax liability. Plus, your company will qualify for a lower corporate tax rate on your New York State taxes. So, does your startup count as a QETC? Let’s dig in.