According to IRS Publication 5137, Fringe Benefit Guide, a fringe benefit is “a form of pay (including property, services, cash or cash equivalent), in addition to stated pay, for the performance of services.” But the tax treatment of a fringe benefit can vary...
If your employees incur work-related travel expenses, small businesses can tax-efficiently reimburse employee travel costs by using the right method. But to secure tax-advantaged treatment for your business and your employees, it’s critical to comply with IRS rules....
In today’s competitive environment, offering employees an equity interest in your small business can be a powerful tool for attracting, retaining and motivating quality talent. If your business is organized as a partnership, however, there are some tax traps you...
It can be difficult in the current job market for students and recent graduates to find summer or full-time jobs. If you’re a business owner with children in this situation, you may be able to provide them with valuable experience and income while generating tax...
Employers that hire individuals who are members of a “target group” may be eligible for the Work Opportunity tax credit (WOTC). If you made qualifying hires in 2016 and obtained proper certification, you can claim the WOTC on your 2016 tax return. Whether or not...
Simplified Employee Pensions (SEPs) are sometimes regarded as the “no-brainer” first choice for high-income small-business owners who don’t currently have tax-advantaged retirement plans set up for themselves. Why? Unlike other types of retirement plans, a SEP is easy...
Tax credits reduce tax liability dollar-for-dollar, making them particularly valuable. Two available tax credits are especially for small businesses that provide certain employee benefits. And one of them might not be available after 2017. Small-business health care...
In December, Congress passed the 21st Century Cures Act. The long and complex bill covers a broad range of health care topics, but of particular interest to some businesses should be the Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) provision. Specifically, qualified small...
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting small businesses and other employers during the first quarter of 2017. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive. There may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting...
As business owners know all too well, hiring an employee costs more than just paying a salary. Employers generally provide benefits to employees, which can be expensive. Moreover, employers must pay a share of Medicare, Social Security, and state unemployment taxes....
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