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5 Common Tax Filing Mistakes the IRS May Penalize You and Your Business For

By Business Advice, Tax Advice

As a small business owner with a lot on your plate, the last thing you need is to make any tax filing mistakes that could bring the IRS to your doorstep.  Often getting audited by the IRS isn’t always the result of intentional acts. Here are five of the most common tax filing mistakes that are likely to get you a dreaded letter from the IRS asking for more information: 1. Under-Reporting Income Whether you are a freelancer, a brick-and-mortar…

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How Do I Get My Business Started?

By Business Advice

More than 600,000 small businesses open in the U.S. each year, but not all are successful. The thought and planning you put at the beginning of your journey can have a lot to do with the success or failure of your enterprise.  If you’re worried about how best to start your business, this is a valid concern. According to the Small Business Administration, just over half (51%) of small businesses last past the five-year mark. So, what are some of the…

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