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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How to Pay Taxes on Side Jobs
If you have a side job, be sure to pay your income tax throughout the year. Don't wait until tax season. You'll need to pay taxes directly to the IRS via quarterly estimated tax payments.
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Double Declining Balance Method: A Depreciation Guide
How do you calculate the double-declining balance method of depreciation? What are the pros and cons of using the double-declining balance method? Here's how you can decide if double-declining balance is right for your business.
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Does My Business Get a Tax Break for Buying a Car?
If you purchase a vehicle for your business, it pays to understand the nuances of current tax law. How can you use Section 179 and bonus depreciation to maximize your tax deduction? Here's how to get a bigger tax break for buying a car.
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Advantages of Using Online Tax Services
Online tax services can save you time and money.
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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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What Are Prepaid Expenses?
Why are prepaid expenses considered assets? Prepaid expenses are recorded as an asset on a business's balance sheet because they signify a future benefit that is due to the company.
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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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