Alicia Tuovila
Alicia Tuovila is an accounting and finance writer based in Tennessee. She holds an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in the state of New Hampshire. Alicia has extensive experience in accounting, including budget preparation, month and year-end closing, financial statement preparation and review, and financial analysis. Previously, Alicia worked in public accounting in Florida and nonprofit accounting in New Hampshire. She has held roles from staff accountant to controller. As of 2019, Alicia has taken on independent accounting consulting and project work for nonprofits. Alicia earned her Master of Science in Accounting at University of Central Florida.
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1099 NEC vs. 1099 MISC
You may have noticed that independent contractor payments are now reported on the tax form 1099-NEC rather than the 1099-MISC. What prompted this change? Here's everything you need to know about this new informational IRS form.
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What Is a Tax Amendment?
Did you make a mistake on your previously filed tax return? You can correct mistakes by filing Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (Form 1040-X).
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Guide to R&D Tax Credits
The research and development (R&D) tax credit is a useful tool for a business to substantially decrease its tax liability. Many businesses that qualify for the credit are not currently taking advantage of it. Is your business eligible?
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How to Obtain Old Tax Documents
Do you need old tax documents from the IRS? Here's the difference between a tax return transcript and an exact copy of your tax return. Learn which one is right for your situation and what steps you need to take to obtain them from the IRS.
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What Is a W-9 Form, and When Do I Need One?
The taxpayer information on a W-9 is used by a business to report to the IRS on payments made to independent contractors and other vendors. Should you be filling out a W-9 or W-4? It depends on whether you're an independent contractor or an employee.
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What Business Owners Need to Know About California Property Tax
If you're doing business in California, here are some important things you need to know about property taxes.
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A Small Business Owner's Guide to the California Tax Rate
As a small business owner, you will be subject to many types of taxes in California. Here is an overview of the types of taxes you will encounter and the state income tax rates.
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Sum of the Years Digits: A Depreciation Guide
How do you calculate the sum of the years' digits method of depreciation? What are the pros and cons of sum of the years' digits versus straight line depreciation. Find out if sum of the years' digits is right for your business.
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Green Energy Credits for Business
If your business invests in solar energy property, fuel cells, small wind turbines, you may qualify for federal renewable energy tax credits. Similarly, credits are available for business vehicles that use electricity or an alternative fuel source.
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What Is Straight Line Depreciation?
How do you calculate straight line depreciation? What are the pros and cons of straight line depreciation versus accelerated depreciation methods? Here's how you can decide if straight line depreciation is right for your business.
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