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Advising clients to file Form 941-X for missed COVID-19 relief credits.

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Looking back at the last two years and the sprinter’s pace at which COVID-19 payroll tax credit relief was enacted, payroll accountants have earned a well-deserved pat on the back! But as the dust settles on those prior 2020–2021 Form 941 payroll tax returns, undoubtedly credits were missed, and mistakes were made.

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How are LLCs taxed? LLC tax benefits and tips to reduce taxes

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Now, if an LLC has employees in addition to its members, or owners, the LLC must collect and pay payroll taxes, which include unemployment, Medicare, and Social Security taxes — also known as FICA taxes (i.e., Federal Insurance Contributions Act), or “self-employment” tax.

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Tax Credits You May Claim Now

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That’s why so many people choose to hire a tax preparer/ EA, Attorney, CPA, they don’t want the hassle of doing it themselves, and they trust an expert to handle their business. Tax credits to look out for. Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). This credit is worth 50% of your startup costs up to $500 per year.

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1099 vs W2: How Should You Pay Your People?

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So if you’re just getting started or trying to reevaluate your current infrastructure then this post is for you. Now I know a lot of guys out there, especially when you’re in the early stages of starting up, are wondering how to bring on their first employees. You’re expected to pay payroll taxes as an employer.