More Small Business Tax Deductions
When it comes to filing taxes, there are many ways small businesses can save money. Small business owners can take advantage of different tax deductions and place their saved dollars back into their business. Whether you work from home, an office, or a vehicle, here are some ideas to consider. Added together, these costs can…
Read MoreStandard Mileage Rates for 2018 Up from Rates for 2017
Do you use a vehicle for your business? If you use your vehicle solely for business purposes, then you can deduct its entire cost of operation. If you drive for Amazon Flex, Uber, Lyft (or your job/business in general) you need to know about these upcoming changes. WASHINGTON ― The Internal Revenue Service today issued the…
Read MoreBusiness License Tax / Seattle Business and Occupation Tax (B&O tax)
The Seattle business license tax is applied to the gross revenue that businesses earn. It is sometimes called the Seattle business and occupation tax (B&O tax) or gross receipts tax. If you do business in Seattle, you must: – have a Seattle business license (see the due dates for that here) – file a business…
Read MoreSeattle Business License Tax Due Dates
The date your taxes are due depends on your reporting status. Your reporting status indicates how often you are required to file taxes and is listed on your business license. If you do not know your reporting status, contact us. This video summarizes Seattle business license tax due dates for each reporting status. You pay…
Read MoreBusiness Accounting: 21 Vital Tasks
Taking care of business finances can be complicated, but proper management can cut down on much of the drudgery. The key actions are to create a realistic budget plan, correctly record transactions, regularly check your results, and keep good records. You also need to be comfortable with basic financial reports like balance sheets, income statements,…
Read MoreSmall Business Tax Accountants
Small business tax accountants are key to the success and longevity of any small business. Having a qualified and reputable accountant is essential to all aspects of running a small business. From payroll, to loans, and even coming up with a sound business plan; small business tax accountants are here to help. So, how do…
Read MoreDo You Need to Hire a Certified Public Accountant?
What is a certified public accountant? A certified public accountant, also called a CPA, is an accountant that has passed specific state exams and extra qualifications. In other words, they are extremely knowledgeable finance experts. Who May Need a Certified Public Accountant? Mostly, businesses. Large businesses, small businesses, and startup businesses should all seek the…
Read MorePayroll Services for Small Businesses
Every small business owner knows there is a lot of stress associated with starting up and running your own business. With that in mind, it only makes sense to hire professionals when it comes to managing your pay roll services. Especially when 1/3 of small business owners are slammed with penalties that range from the hundreds…
Read MoreWhat is Washington State Sales Tax?
As a business owner or entrepreneur in Washington, it can be challenging to know exactly what the sales tax rate is, how often to file, and which items are actually taxable. The first step for any business owner in Washington is to determine if their business fits the criteria for being a “sales tax nexus.”…
Read MoreWhy Small Businesses Need a Certified Public Accountant
Business owners have many different aspects to manage to make sure their business operates smoothly, finances being just one of them. Small business owners should consider hiring a certified public accountant to manage the business finances for them. Perhaps a small business believes a certified public accountant isn’t in the budget, or not necessary for…
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