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How to Pay Dividends: Completing the T5 Slip and Summary

Ronika Khanna CPA,CA

If you do decide to pay yourself dividends, it is important to ensure that you prepare the proper documentation for Revenue Canada (CRA) and if you live in Quebec, Revenue Quebec (MRQ) since this must be reported as investment income on your personal tax return in the calendar year in which the dividends are paid.

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How Much Is a Tax Consultant?

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The National Society of Accountants (NSA) reports that tax consultants typically charge between $176 and $457. It may cost more if you are filing more complex and specialized tax forms. It costs $323 on average for an individual filing a tax return Form 1040 and a state return with itemized deductions.

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How Should a Small Business Owner Plan for Rising Taxes?

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As a certified public accountant, I’m flattered that we’re consulted for a growing range of business needs, including rising taxes. Dedicated tax-planning services are a must-have for most business owners, as the IRS’s tax codes are bloated with ever-newer reporting requirements.

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Tax Season 2021: Prepare Now (Don’t Miss These Deadlines)

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On the other hand, if you’ve paid very little attention to some of the tax changes or programs then you’ve got a lot to catch up on. Regardless of where you are our team at, LYFE Accounting specializes in business tax returns and we’re ready to help you this year. Wrapping Up Tax Season 2021.

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7 Big Tax Mistakes Business Owners Make & How to Fix Them

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When you work for someone else as an employee, your taxes are automatically withheld and paid by your employer to the IRS and state agencies throughout the year. For most employees, this is why little to no taxes are due when they file their tax returns. But for business owners, it’s different. Don’t feel bad.

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Tax Benefits of LLC | LLC Taxes Explained by a CPA – How does a LLC save taxes?

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If your tax rate is 25%, then you would only pay $25,000.00 in taxes as a LLC. However, on the other hand, let’s say you’re a C Corporation. If you made $100,000 as a C Corporation, your business would be taxed on that income first. If the corporate tax rate is 20%, then you would pay $20,000 in taxes.

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What is a director's loan account?

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Tom Walker answers the question, what is a director's loan account, explaining how they work, and the potential tax issues and risks involved.

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