How Businesses in Nevada Are Taxed

How Businesses in Nevada Are Taxed

Anyone who operates a business or plans to start one must understand how businesses are taxed. Taxes are among the highest costs a business incurs. If they are not planned for or if the rules are not followed, the results can be devastating. In this article, we will...
How to Read a Profit and Loss Statement

How to Read a Profit and Loss Statement

Sound financial management starts with a proper set of books, and that begins with the accounting cycle. The cycle starts by identifying and capturing every financial transaction the business makes over a period, typically a month. That includes money received and...
How Are LLCs Taxed

How Are LLCs Taxed

There are a number of legal entities used to form a business, each with its own benefits and limitations.  In recent years, a popular choice has been the Limited Liability Company (LLC). The LLC combines the liability protection to the business owner(s) provided...
How Are Partnerships Taxed?

How Are Partnerships Taxed?

A partnership is one of several legal business entities and, as such, can lead to certain tax issues. What Is A Partnership? Partnerships are a very common type of small business. A partnership is an agreement by two or more persons to conduct a trade or business....
When to Hire a Bookkeeper

When to Hire a Bookkeeper

Knowing when to hire a bookkeeper is crucial for business success. You should hire a bookkeeper or accountant for your growing business in the following situations: When the financial affairs of the business outgrow the ability to use just basic bookkeeping software...
How Are S Corporations Taxed?

How Are S Corporations Taxed?

The S Corporation is a special type of corporation that combines the form (with some limitations) of a C Corporation and the tax treatment of a Partnership. The IRS defines it as an entity specifically for tax purposes.  A business must elect to be treated and...
How Are C Corporations Taxed?

How Are C Corporations Taxed?

C Corporations represent some of the largest businesses, structured to offer ownership to many shareholders while operating as a distinct legal and tax-paying entity. While rarely chosen for small businesses, C Corporations play a vital role in the business landscape,...
How Are Sole Proprietorships Taxed?

How Are Sole Proprietorships Taxed?

This article will discuss how sole proprietorships are taxed, what tax returns you must file, and when you must file them. We will focus on federal income and payroll taxes since they are the most common.  What Is A Sole Proprietorship? Sole proprietorships are...