…Skip the Social Media Hype
Social media hype has hit epic proportions. The promise of its ability to make a success of even the shabbiest business model is everywhere. Business owners are no longer asking, “Should I run an ad in the newspaper or on Google?” They want to know, “Should I be on Facebook or LinkedIn?”
Discussion forums have been around a long time – so long that they may be overlooked for their power in connecting and networking. So first a little review on discussion forum terms and structure:
Daniel Kehrer discusses why 2011 could be the year to buy those new vehicles, equipment, machinery, phones, computers or other technology for your business.
If you are thinking of buying new vehicles, equipment, machinery, phones, computers or other technology for your business, 2011 could be the year to do it. That’s because not one, but two laws passed late last year have greatly increased the amount of your immediate tax write-off for making such purchases.
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Published Apr. 27, 2011
IRS Tax Center: Employee vs Independent Contractor
It is important you understand the rules for an employee versus who may be an Independent Contractor. The IRS defines it on this site.
http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=99921,00.html
IRS Tax Center: Frequent Questions
This page has a lot of the key questions we hear. Check it out.
http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/index.html
IRS Tax Center: Forms & Publications
You no longer need to visit the IRS to find the forms you need!
http://www.irs.gov/formspubs/index.html
IRS Tax Center: Key Business Taxes
Here are the main types of taxes you need to think about. Some depend on what business structure you choose.
http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=98966,00.html
IRS Tax Center: Starting a Business
Taxes are an important part of your new business. The IRS works hard to help. If you do the right things, you'll save money and hassles.
http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=110417,00.html
Published Apr. 27, 2011
Do's and Don'ts of filing your taxes online.
Published Apr. 26, 2011
SCORE has compiled this list of helpful resources for legal and tax matters.
Published Apr. 26, 2011
Few new business owners are aware of all the taxes involved. This provides a guide.