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Accounting Tips for Start up Freelancers

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Sole Trader Taxes Depending on profit levels a sole trader will pay: Class 2 National Insurance – a fixed weekly amount Class 4 National Insurance – a percentage based on profit over a threshold Income tax Class 2 and 4 National Insurance is explained at [link]. Income tax is explained at [link].

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ERC Update: Tax Professional Responsibilities and IRS Examinations

Cherry Bekaert

The practitioner must follow Circular 230’s requirements of: Due diligence in providing advice, and preparing and signing income and employment tax returns, including the specific standards for credits claimed and adjustments to income taxes. Full disclosure to a client of their tax situation.

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R&D Tax Credit: The Innovation Incentive

Cherry Bekaert

It allows companies to receive tax credits when certain expenses are incurred for the performance of qualified R&D activities in the U.S. For most companies, the R&D tax credit provides a dollar-for-dollar reduction of income tax liabilities. Why Investigate the R&D Tax Credit Now?

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R&D Tax Credits – Important Things to Know

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R&D tax credits ( research and development tax credits ) were created back in 1981 as a means of stimulating research and development throughout North America. This is a dollar-for-dollar offset of any federal income tax liabilities, as well as payroll tax liabilities in special circumstances too.

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How the Automotive Industry Can Position Their Accounting and Finance Functions for Lasting Success

Cherry Bekaert

Additional Resources: Inflation Reduction Act of 2022: Key Income Tax Provisions Importance of R&D Tax Credit Documentation: Lessons from Recent Court Cases Inflation Reduction Act Tax of 2022: Details & Tax Changes Inflation Reduction Act Nearly Triples Section 179D Tax Incentives Inflation Reduction Act Doubles R&D Tax Credit to Offset (..)

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Starting an eCommerce Business? Bookkeeping Basics You Need to Know

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You’ll need to be able to tell the difference between expenses for rent, payroll, utilities, debt installments, etc. Pay Income Tax. To calculate how much to pay each quarter, you’ll need to estimate your annual business income for the year. Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash.

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How are C corporations taxed? Tips on how to avoid double taxation and reduce taxes

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In other words, C corps are not taxed as individuals, they are taxed as a business structure that is legally separate from the people who own and operate the business. How do C corps file taxes? C corps file federal income taxes using IRS Form 1120 , the U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return.