Although the IRS only audits 1% of all tax returns processed, being audited by the IRS is still a huge fear of both taxpayers and business owners. While there are many factors that can increase your chance of being audited, if legitimate, it’s important to make sure that everything is properly documented if the IRS[…]
Read MoreWith the tax season upon us, protecting your identity is more critical than ever. As noted by the IRS, tax-related identity theft occurs when someone uses your Social Security number to file a tax return claiming a fraudulent refund. In many cases, you may be unaware a tax return has been fraudulently filed until[…]
Read MoreWhile most people and business owners are busy going over their 2016 taxes, savvy planners are taking steps now to prepare for 2017 in order to help reduce their taxes going forward. As mentioned in the last article, loss harvesting is a good way to help reduce your 2016 taxes owed, but it can also[…]
Read MoreAs the conclusion to 2016 quickly approaches many business owners begin taking steps to sensibly lower their 2016 tax bill. December 31st can be as impactful a day for businesses as April 15th is to common tax payers as this marks the deadline for businesses trying to reduce what they owe for their 2016 income tax returns.[…]
Read MoreFor those who have filed taxes early, you have most likely received your tax refund already; the average amount refunded is typically more than $3,000. If you’re a small business owner who has received your tax refund, it’s time to start thinking about how this extra cash can benefit your business. At Verdeja & De Armas, we highly[…]
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