Tax Facts on Individuals & Small Business is the professional's complete, authoritative resource to help individual tax payers and business owners maximize opportunities under today's often complex tax rules. Tax Facts helps advisers of all kinds understand the tax implications of the recommendations that they make for their clients. This publication features: Thousands of easy-to-read Q&As that comprehensively cover both individual tax issues and also tax issues that are most likely to be faced by small business owners Practical advice for any professional, including CPAs, attorneys, and estate and financial planners Detailed explanations of the various types of investment products and techniques that are most commonly used by individuals and businesses Practice Points that give concise advice on how to handle real-world issues Tax information to help advisers avoid costly mistakes, as well as correct problems when they do occur New in the 2021 Edition: Extensive coverage of the effect of the SECURE Act on qualified plans, including new RMD rules, new rules on inherited IRAs, and contributions beyond age 72 Complete updates to reflect the CARES Act, including the employee retention credit Full coverage of PPP and EIDL loan requirements New updates on the Section 199A rules, including rental real estate safe harbor Detailed coverage of new employer withholding requirements and Form W-4 requirements Complete set of inflation-adjusted numbers Topics Covered: The effect of the SECURE Act Legal and regulatory changes related to the CARES Act Capital gains and losses Tax issues related to business income Passive and active business income Estate planning issues for small business owners Bad debt and worthless securities Small business valuation issues Buy-sell agreements Casualty and theft losses for individuals and businesses Nontaxable exchanges And More! See the "Table of Contents" section for a full list of topics

Tax Facts on Individuals & Small Business is the professional's complete, authoritative resource to help individual tax payers and business owners maximize opportunities under today's often complex tax rules. Tax Facts helps advisers of all kinds understand the tax implications of the recommendations that they make for their clients. This publication features: Thousands easy-to-read Q&As that comprehensively cover both individual tax issues and also tax issues that are most likely to be faced by small business owners Practical advice for any professional, including CPAs, attorneys, and estate and financial planners Detailed explanations of the various types of investment products and techniques that are most commonly used by individuals and businesses Practice Points give concise advice on how to handle real-world issues Having the right tax information helps avoid problems before they become costly mistakes, as well as correct problems when they do occur New in the 2023 Edition: Coverage of the Inflation Reduction Act, including credits for electric vehicles, and the new 15 percent corporate alternative minimum tax Explanation of IRS guidance on the early termination of the employee retention tax credit Discussion of a federal district court case in California where a judge denied a motion to dismiss a proposed class action lawsuit against Amazon that focuses on whether the company is required to reimburse the employees for expenses related to work-from-home requirements Discussion of the ARPA's expansion of the premium tax credit rules to provide a more generous Affordable Care Act benefits for 2022 Analysis of a Texas court's decision that the DOL's delay of the effective date for the Trump-era rule violated the Administrative Procedure Act by providing only a 19-day period for notice and comments Explanation of a new rule that PayPal, Venmo and other third-party payment networks must report a taxpayer's transactions in excess of $600 per year to the IRS Update on the IRS's FAQ that clarifies the filing and payment extensions applied regardless of whether the taxpayer was sick or quarantined because of COVID-19 Topics Covered: Capital gains and losses Tax issues related to business income Passive and active business income Estate planning issues for small business owners Bad debt and worthless securities Small business valuation issues Buy-sell agreements Casualty and theft losses for individuals and businesses Nontaxable exchanges And More! See the "Table of Contents" section for a full list of topics

Minimize your taxes and maximize your refund with this expert guide to your small business tax return Taxes remain one of the biggest headaches and costs for small businesses around the United States. J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes 2021 delivers an approachable but expert guide in legally limiting your tax liabilities while maximizing your deductions and credits. You'll be in great hands as Barbara Weltman – attorney, expert, and author – shows you what tax relief is available to you and how to claim it. You'll discover how to: Make tax-savvy business decisions Take advantage of COVID-19-related tax breaks Pick the right forms to claim available deductions and credits Use legal and effective tax strategies to minimize your taxes payable Use sample forms and checklists to get organized Keep the right records in case the IRS comes calling Whether you’re filing your small business’ taxes or you work with a tax professional, J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes 2021 will walk you through the tax process for 2020 returns and tax planning for 2021 to optimize your tax savings and minimize your audit exposure.

Tax Facts on Individuals & Small Business is the professional's complete, authoritative resource to help individual tax payers and business owners maximize opportunities under today's often complex tax rules. Tax Facts helps advisers of all kinds understand the tax implications of the recommendations that they make for their clients. This publication features: Thousands of easy-to-read Q&As that comprehensively cover both individual tax issues and also tax issues that are most likely to be faced by small business owners Practical advice for any professional, including CPAs, attorneys, and estate and financial planners Detailed explanations of the various types of investment products and techniques that are most commonly used by individuals and businesses Practice Points that give concise advice on how to handle real-world issues Tax information to help advisers avoid costly mistakes, as well as correct problems when they do occur New in the 2022 Edition: New content on issues related to a remote workforce, including whether remote work arrangements impact an employer's employment benefit offerings or health insurance arrangements. Extensive coverage of the effect of the SECURE Act, including the rules governing contributions, which are now permissible beyond age 72, new RMD rules, and new rules on inherited IRAs. Complete updates CARES Act, including the employee retention tax credit and the removal of the AGI limitation on cash contributions to charity Discussion of the new rules including personal protective equipment as qualified medical expenses Topics Covered: Capital gains and losses Tax issues related to business income Passive and active business income Estate planning issues for small business owners Bad debt and worthless securities Small business valuation issues Buy-sell agreements Casualty and theft losses for individuals and businesses Nontaxable exchanges And More! See the "Table of Contents" section for a full list of topics