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A Profit and Loss (P&L) statement outlines your income, expenses, and net income over a specific period. It’s crucial for assessing your business’s profitability and identifying trends for informed financial decisions.
Misclassifying workers as independent contractors rather than employees can result in IRS audits, back taxes, and penalties. Correct classification is crucial to maintaining compliance with tax and labor regulations.
Additional taxes like self-employment tax, investment income tax, and Medicare tax can significantly increase your tax burden. Planning for these helps ensure your business’s financial health and prevents cash flow issues.
Maintaining a separate business bank account ensures financial clarity and legal compliance. It helps keep personal and business transactions separate, improving financial reporting accuracy and transparency.
Before paying an independent contractor, ensure you have a completed W-9 form that includes their business type and tax identification number (TIN). This is essential for issuing 1099s at tax time.
Gross income is your total revenue before expenses and taxes. Net income is what remains after all business expenses and taxes are deducted. Understanding this distinction is crucial for budgeting and managing cash flow effectively.
Common deductible expenses include advertising, client gifts, and business meals (50% deductible). By accurately tracking these, you can reduce your tax liability and maximize available deductions for your business.
Home office deductions are based on the percentage of your home used exclusively for business. Keep detailed records of expenses to substantiate deductions and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Include taxes as a line item in your annual budget. Setting aside funds for federal, state, and local taxes helps avoid financial stress, last-minute scrambling, and penalties for late payments.
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