Small Business Taxes

Here you will find articles, tips and resources about taxes affecting small businesses. This content is regularly updated for the most recent laws and regulations.

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IRS Mileage

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1099 Credit Card Payments

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Quickbooks 1099 Forms

Tax Forms

Tax Essentials

States with Internet Sales Tax

Income Tax Calendar

Tax Terms Glossary

State Tax Websites

Tax Credits

Small Business Employer Tax Breaks

Expiring Tax Deductions and Credits

Hiring Disabled Workers

Research and Development Tax Credit

Tax Planning Tips

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Filing Taxes as a Sole Proprietor

Fiscal Year vs. Calendar Year

Side Business Taxes

What You Need to Know About LLC Taxes

S Corp Double Taxation

Estimated Tax Payments

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Top Small Business Tax Mistakes

Where to Get Free Tax Help

About Our Tax Content

Our tax content targets small businesses and entrepreneurs exclusively. It is well researched and reliable. However, you should always consult your own tax adviser for specific advice. Much of our content is written or reviewed by our tax columnist.

Barbara Weltman is the Tax Columnist for Small Business Trends. She is an author, attorney and a leading authority on tax, law, and finance for small business. Barbara is a trusted professional advocate for small businesses and entrepreneurs. She has written over 25 books including perennial top sellers, “J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes” and “J.K. Lasser’s 1001 Deductions & Tax Breaks.”