Wondering whether or not you should give your in-home/live-in Nanny a 1099 or W-2? The answer depends on whether or not the individual in question is self-employed or a household employee. The simple answer is, if you control how the work is performed, the nanny is a household employee. In most cases a Nanny providing
Key Structure and Tax Differences Between C-Corps and S-Corps
As we approach a new fiscal year, it might be a good time to review the different types of business structures available and possibly revisit yours for tax efficiency and protections. Like most entrepreneurs, when you started your business you probably chose to form a sole proprietorship because it’s less paperwork and less costly. However
Election Year 2024 Portfolio Planning
It’s October, and it’s time to think about how the outcome of the election could impact our economy, our markets and, of course, YOUR money. Even if the election doesn’t go your way, your financial success is in your hands. Here’s a few ideas to help you make the most of the financial opportunities that
529 Plans Are For Adults Also!
If you were a parent or grandparent who recently used contributions to a 529 plan to finance the cost of school for your child or grand-child, you may be wondering if a 529 plan might also be used by adults for themselves to get a degree or take classes later in life? The answer is
Count on Summer Camp Tax Credits
School is out and that means it’s time for summer camp for the kids. Although summer camps can be expensive, whether it’s band, theatre, computer, or sports camp, the Child And Dependent Care Credit provides a welcome tax break for many parents! If you are working and responsible for the cost of childcare, you qualify
When in Doubt, Scan and Save Tax Records
Here is the answer you‘ve been waiting for to one of the most common questions asked of CPAs post-tax season. Which tax documents and financial papers out of the seemingly endless piles of information, do folks need to keep? Generally, keep records that support an item of income, a deduction, or a credit shown on
DOL New Overtime Rules Require Action by July 1, 2024
THE BASICS The FLSA stipulates that most employers are required to pay most employees the federal minimum wage for each hour worked, as well as overtime pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in one workweek. The FLSA allows for exemptions from the overtime and minimum wage requirements for certain executive, administrative
How to Prepare for FinCEN’s Corporate Transparency Act
As you may know, the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) is set to take effect on January 1, 2024, impacting many privately held corporations, limited partnerships, statutory trusts, limited liability companies, and other similar entities. The goal of the CTA and its Beneficial Ownership Information Regulations (“BOI”) is to penetrate through layers of intermediate entities, and
Nervous about end-of-year bonuses, overtime, and payroll taxes?
Many employers reward and recognize high performers with a bonus, especially toward the end of the year. If you award bonuses, there are several overtime and tax rules to consider. Here’s an overview to help you as you close out the business year in 2023. Bonuses and Overtime Pay Under the Federal Fair Labor Standards
Partners May Separate to Different States But the Tax Burden Stays
A partnership consists of two or more individuals who form a business relationship. As with any relationship, partners expect to encounter situations along the way that cause disagreements and disputes. Usually those disputes are resolved and the partners move forward. Sometimes, a partner will decide to work remotely, or stay invested but move to another
