The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 brings a favorite business tax deduction back to life. The so-called “three-martini lunch” is in vogue once again; however, not everyone is happy about it. So, what does this mean for businesses? Read on to learn more about the deduction and the associated pros and cons. What is the […]
Families First Coronavirus Response Act in 2021 (FFCRA)
What is FFCRA? The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was passed in response to the spread of the novel coronavirus and the disease it causes, COVID-19. The Act became effective on April 1, 2020, encompassing two other acts, the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (EFMLEA) and the Emergency Paid Sick Leave […]
Getting a Handle on Payment Issues
Most small business owners love what they do. But that’s not to say things can’t get a little difficult, especially when customers don’t pay their bills on time. Even one or two slow-pay or no-pay customers can be enough to throw your company’s finances off. Understanding what might be going on with your customers and […]
Payroll Taxes: Who’s Responsible?
Any business with employees must withhold money from its employees’ paychecks for income and employment taxes, including Social Security and Medicare taxes (known as Federal Insurance Contributions Act taxes, or FICA), and forward that money to the government. A business that knowingly or unknowingly fails to remit these withheld taxes in a timely manner will […]
5 Ways to Lower Your SUTA Tax Rate
An employer’s SUTA tax rate is susceptible to fluctuation. If yours is escalating, contrary to popular belief, you actually might be able to reduce it! Check out these five strategies to curb your SUTA tax rate. Because the State Unemployment Tax Act – or SUTA – tax is mandatory, you may think you have no […]
Can You Take Advantage of the Research and Development Tax Credit?
You don’t have to wear a while lab coat to claim the federal research and development tax credit if you meet the four criteria outlined in Internal Revenue Code Section 41 and its regulations. Learn why failing to explore this credit may be leaving money on the table. Many manufacturing companies fail to take advantage […]