Three Misconceptions About Payment Processing
Accept Visa? Your customers love you for it, but as a business owner, you need to understand payment processing fees. Learn more in this Business Tip.
American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012—Provisions Applicable to Small Businesses
The 2012 Tax Act includes several provisions for small businesses—many of which were retroactive for 2012. Learn more in this Tax Tip.
Compensating Yourself with Wages
If you own a business, you likely receive compensation through wages and dividends. But which is better? Find out in this Business Tip.
Sale of Sole Proprietorship
Capital gains are generally taxed, but if you’re selling a sole proprietorship, you may have some flexibility. Read more in this Business Tip.
Planning for Business Expansion
Rapidly growing business? Consider planning for business expansion, including buying other businesses or franchising. Learn more in this Business Tip.
Business Overhead Expense Insurance
If you were to become disabled, would your business survive without you? Luckily, there is an insurance for that. Learn all about it in this Insurance Tip.
Renting or Leasing Property to Your Business
You can rent property to your business when you own real estate or personal property that your business can use. Find out how in this Business Tip.
Avoiding Unreasonable Compensation
What’s a fair wage for an employee-shareholder? The IRS determines if compensation is reasonable on a case-by-case basis. Learn more in this Tax Tip.
Business Owners: What It Really Costs to Accept Plastic
Business owners: Do you know what it costs to accept credit cards? Read all about it in this Business Tip.
Executive Bonus (Section 162) Plans
Employers can use bonus plans whenever they want to attract, motivate, and retain key employees. Read more in this Business Tip.