Money Matters
Get legal advice on how to take control of your personal finances, whether you're tackling student loans, medical bills, taxes, or bankruptcy.
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Is My Hobby Income Taxable?
Many people earn a little income from activities that are more hobby than business, but you might not realize that income is taxable in the eyes of the IRS.
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Section 179 vs. Bonus Depreciation: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Since Section 179 and bonus depreciation are not mutually exclusive, your business can benefit from both. Learn how to leverage this to your advantage.
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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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How Far Back Can a Business Be Audited by the IRS?
Everybody dreads an IRS audit. Generally, you can stop worrying about an audit after three years, but sometimes the IRS can audit up to six years back, and rarely, even longer. When can you stop worrying and throw out all your old receipts?
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What You Need to Know About Filing an Offer in Compromise with the IRS for Your Business
Learn the basics about submitting an offer in compromise if you can't pay your federal tax bill for yourself or your business. It may be the solution you've been looking for.
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Understanding Taxable Income
Here's how to calculate taxable income, plus examples of taxable income and non-taxable income.
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What Is Capital Expenditure?
Capital expenditure describes purchases that are classified as assets because of the long-term nature of their useful life. An important marker of business growth, CapEx has a significant impact on both short-term and long-term financial health.
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Can a Small Business Get a Tax Refund?
Getting a tax refund is one of the silver linings of tax time. Can your small business get one?
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Trouble Getting Customers to Pay?
For small business owners, deadbeat customers can be an ongoing challenge. Use these insider tips for getting your customers to pay.
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What Is Deferred Revenue?
Deferred revenue is any payment your business receives for products or services that will be delivered later. It's commonly used in insurance, software as a service (Saas), and other industries that collect upfront payments.
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