Most businesses buy or lease computer software to use in their operations. Or perhaps your business develops computer software for your use or sells it to others. In any of these situations, you should be aware of the complex rules that apply to determine the tax treatment of the expenses involved. The rules depend on…
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2022 – 11/07 – 2023 limits for businesses that have HSAs — or want to establish them
No one needs to remind business owners that the cost of employee health care benefits keeps going up. One way to provide some of these benefits is through an employer-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA). For eligible individuals, HSAs offer a tax-advantaged way to set aside funds (or have their employers do so) to meet future…
2022 – 10/31 – Inflation means you and your employees can save more for retirement in 2023
How much can you and your employees contribute to your 401(k)s next year? The IRS recently announced the 2023 cost-of-living adjustments. The amounts increased more than in recent years due to inflation. The 2023 contribution limit for employees who participate in 401(k) plans will increase to $22,500 (from $20,500 in 2022). This amount also applies…
2022 – 10/25 – You may be liable for “nanny tax” for all types of domestic workers
You’ve probably heard of the “nanny tax.” But even if you don’t employ a nanny, it may apply to you. Hiring a house cleaner or other household employee (who isn’t an independent contractor) may make you liable for federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare (FICA) tax and federal unemployment tax. You may also have…
2022 – 10/11 – Tax and other financial consequences of tax-free bonds
If you’re interested in investing in tax-free municipal bonds, you may wonder if there are any tax consequences. In general, interest received on tax-free municipal bonds isn’t included in gross income for federal (and possible state) tax purposes. However, it may be included for alternative minimum tax purposes. Keep in mind that a municipal bond…
2022 -10/18 – Plan now to make tax-smart year-end gifts to loved ones
Are you feeling generous this year? Taxpayers can transfer large amounts free of gift taxes to loved ones each year with the proper use of the annual exclusion. For 2022, the exclusion amount is $16,000. The exclusion covers gifts that an individual makes to each recipient each year. So a taxpayer with three children can…
