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Are you liable for two additional taxes on your income?
Having a high income may mean you owe two extra taxes: the 3.8% net investment income tax (NIIT) and a 0.9% additional Medicare tax on wage and self-employment income. Let’s take a look at these taxes and what they could mean for you. 1. The NIIT In addition to income...
FUTA fundamentals: What employers should keep in mind
It’s been a running joke for years that employees often look at their pay stubs and wonder, “What the heck is FUTA?” If your organization has been up and running for a while, you’re no doubt familiar with this payroll tax obligation — so familiar that you may not...
Working remotely is convenient, but it may have tax consequences
Many employees began working remotely during the pandemic and continue doing so today. Remote work has many advantages for employers and employees, and as a result, it’s here to stay in many industries. But it may also lead to some tax surprises, especially if workers...
How to choose the best inventory accounting method for your manufacturing company
Your choice of accounting method for determining the value of your manufacturing company’s inventory can significantly impact your overall tax bill. Here are answers to some key questions regarding the tax and financial implications of the two most common methods:...
Are you unfairly burdened by a spouse’s tax errors? You may qualify for “innocent spouse relief”
Navigating the complexities of tax law can be difficult, especially when faced with an unexpected tax bill due to the errors of a spouse or ex-spouse. The reason for such a bill has to do with the concept of “joint and several” liability. When a married couple files a...
Documenting employee disciplinary actions demands attention to detail
In the best of all possible worlds, every employee is engaged, productive and compliant with organizational policies. Back here on Planet Earth, most employers must occasionally take disciplinary action against employees. When this situation arises at your...
Do you owe estimated taxes? If so, when is the next one due?
Federal estimated tax payments are designed to ensure that certain individuals pay their fair share of taxes throughout the year. If you don’t have enough federal tax withheld from your paychecks and other payments, you may have to make estimated tax payments. This is...
The tax implications of disability income benefits
Many Americans receive disability income. Are you one of them, or will you soon be? If so, you may ask: Is the income taxed and if it is, how? It depends on the type of disability benefit and your overall income. The key issue is: Who paid for the benefit? If the...
Cash flow management fundamentals for construction businesses
Construction companies have always faced challenges when it comes to cash flow. The difficulty largely springs from the often-lengthy gaps between winning projects, doing the work and receiving payments. As a result, it’s critical for construction business owners and...
Employers considering new 401(k) plans should review auto-enrollment rules
Is your organization considering “taking the plunge” and sponsoring a 401(k) plan? If so, you’ll want to review the concept and rules regarding auto-enrollment — that is, automatically enrolling employees in the plan and letting them decide whether to opt out. This...
Want to launch a manufacturing company? Factor in the tax treatment of start-up costs
Starting a manufacturing company isn’t a decision to be taken lightly. But given the current demand for innovative, technology-driven solutions to an array of challenging problems, there are many new opportunities for entrepreneurs to grasp. Of course, getting a...
Financial statements of many employer-sponsored benefit plans must be audited
The term “audit” is most commonly associated with tax returns, but it has other applications as well. One type of audit that many employers must familiarize themselves with applies to the financial statements associated with the health care and retirement plans they...
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