Hey Abe! I’m considering purchasing some assets for my business, such as a tractor and maybe a trailer to go with it. What kind of benefit do I see, and what records do I need to keep for these purchases? You are asking all the right questions and are planning ahead, which is great! One thing [...]
Hey Abe! I am a lease/owner operator and I'm planning ahead for the 2023 tax season. I will receive a 1099-NEC, but I also have some W-2 income from a company job. How many different returns will I have to file? Great question, and I am glad to hear you are thinking ahead! Let’s start with [...]
Hi Abe! Who can I claim as a dependent? Great question! In the United States, a dependent is generally an individual who relies on someone else, typically a taxpayer, for financial support. The IRS has specific criteria that determine whether someone can be claimed as dependent on a taxpayer’s federal income tax return. They must be [...]
Hey, Abe! I have been gathering my expenses for the upcoming tax year, but I am getting all turned around when I try to ensure that everything is included. Where do I need to start with expenses, and what all factors in to the business?Tax season can be a stressful time as a business owner. Fortunately, [...]
Hey, Abe! Things have been pretty busy with my business, and it’s looking like I may not be able to file in time. Should I be worried? What do I need to do? You are not alone. It isn’t easy balancing the workload when you are self-employed. Fortunately, the IRS understands this as well and gives [...]
Abe, I am planning out my final contributions for 2022 with my IRA. How long do I have to submit that for the tax year 2022 and while you’re at it, what are the contribution limits? What a great time to be planning out those retirement contributions. You are setting yourself up for success! First things [...]
Hi Abe! I own a trucking business and taxes are the last thing I want to worry about each year. It is tough to find the time to get my documents together while ensuring I haven't missed anything, and on top of that, I've got my business to run. Is filing taxes really that important? What [...]
Hey Abe! I am a lease/owner operator and I'm planning ahead for the 2022 tax season. I will receive a 1099-NEC, but I also have some W-2 income from a company job. How many different returns will I have to file? Great question, and I am glad to hear you are thinking ahead! Let’s start with [...]
