Despite popular opinion, it is possible to run a profitable, honest business while minimizing taxes and staying out of legal trouble. Tax Savvy for Small Business helps readers do just that, detailing year-round tax-saving strategies for: -- claiming all legitimate deductions -- maximizing fringe benefits -- keeping accurate records -- documenting expenses -- surviving an audit The 5th edition provides the most current IRS rules, the latest tax codes and a new chapter of "Frequently Asked Questions."

" ... analyzes the issues relating to the deduction by an employer for a "reasonable allowance" under [section] 162(a) for compensation paid with regard to personal services rendered. It discusses in depth the factors applied in determining reasonableness, the necessity for the actual performance of services, situations where a deduction for reasonable compensation is not allowable, and other aspects of reasonable compensation. Various tax planning and controversy considerations also are discussed"--Portfolio description (p. iii).

Book Description: Guide to Start and Grow Your Successful Tax BusinessThe mission of this book is to provide valuable information and guidance to help the reader start, operate and grow a successful income tax preparation business. While managing hundreds of tax offices throughout the past four decades, author Chuck McCabe, has mentored numerous people who aspired to become independent tax business owners and empowered them to achieve success in this rewarding profession. The book includes the following chapters1.Learning Tax Preparation & Obtaining Credentials2.Developing a Business Plan3.Risk Management4.Getting Started as a Tax Business Owner5.Establishing Your Tax Office6.Tax Office Operating Systems7.Buying a Tax Practice8.Marketing Planning9.Pricing Your Services10.Mass Media Advertising 11.Digital Marketing12.Your Website13.Social Media Marketing14.Neighborhood Marketing15.Client Retention Strategies16.Recruiting & Training Tax Preparers17.Employee Pre-work Training18.Motivating & Retaining Employees19.Continuing Education (CE)20.Diversification for Year-round Revenue21.IRS Circular 230, Due Diligence22.Peer Support & Tax Professional Associations23.Helping Your Client Deal with the IRSAccounting Today has recognized the author for multiple years in their ¿Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting.¿ Their foundation for this recognition is: ¿As a veteran in the tax preparation industry, McCabe had the vision to offer support to other tax business owners who opt to remain independent by providing them with tax education and business skills so they can be successful on their own.¿ In addition, to facilitate peer support, in 2009, Chuck founded the LinkedIn group, Tax Business Owners of America, that now has nearly 9,000 membersChuck McCabe and his team at The Income Tax School (ITS) are committed to serve and support independent tax business owners. The ITS website www.TheIncomeTaxSchool.com, provides valuable resources, many at no charge, to support tax business entrepreneurs. This book will enable small business entrepreneurs to adopt proven best practices comparable to those used by the national tax firms. - Their goal is to ensure the success of independent tax business owners.

The Tax Rules Have Changed. Your Business Should, Too. The Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 marks the biggest tax reform in more than 30 years. The changes to the tax code are complex (especially for the small-business owner), but you don't have to go it alone. CPA and Attorney Mark J. Kohler delivers a comprehensive analysis of the new tax and legal structure you desperately need to help make the new tax law work for you. In this revised edition of The Tax and Legal Playbook, Kohler reveals clear-cut truths about tax and legal planning and delivers a practical, play-by-play guide that helps you build wealth, save on taxes, and protect your assets. Using real-world case studies, tax-savvy tips, game plans, and discussion points, Kohler coaches you through the complexities of the tax game of the small-business owner. You'll also learn how to: Examine your business needs and pick the right business entity for you Build your personal and corporate credit in eight steps Implement affordable asset protection strategies Take advantage of underutilized business tax deductions Pick the right health-care, retirement, and estate plans Bring on partners and investors the right way Plan for your future with self-directed retirement funds Reading from cover to cover or refer to each chapter as needed, you will come away wiser and better equipped to make the best decisions for your business, your family, and yourself.

Contains extensive coverage of the tax issues faced by all types of contractors, including large and small contractors, homebuilders, and other specialty trades, provides you with the clear, concise guidance you need to expertly address your tax issues.