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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How to Calculate Capital Gains Tax
Capital gains tax—and minimizing it—is one of the most complicated areas of tax law, but understanding it can help you reap even more from investments.
· 12 min read
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How to Put Your Federal Tax Refund to Work in Your Business
An extra influx of cash from a tax refund is always welcome. But don't squander that windfall away on things that won't help your business. Take time to consider the best way to use your tax refund in your business and use it wisely.
· 4 min read
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Reduce Self-Employment Taxes with a Corporation or LLC
Self-employment taxes can take a big bite out of your income—but you can take steps to minimize the impact.
· 3 min read
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Should I Have a PayPal Business Account?
The ability to take online and mobile payments is rapidly becoming an important part of running your business.
· 4 min read
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How to Calculate Depreciation
Calculating depreciation allows you to spread the cost of an asset over several years. Here's how to calculate depreciation using some common methods.
· 13 min read
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How to File Business Tax Extensions
The IRS will give you an additional six months to file your tax return—all you need to do is request an extension.
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6 Qualities Business Owners Need in a Tax Preparer
Business owners need tax preparers they are comfortable with and can trust to help them comply with tax rules while minimizing taxes. Anyone can claim to be a tax preparer, so it's important to identify qualities important to you.
· 4 min read
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7 Things You Need to Know About Financial Aid for College
College can be costly, but help is available.
· 3 min read
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The 2020 Tax Extension: What Everyone Needs to Know
The deadline for filing federal income taxes and most state income taxes has changed to May 17 this year, though some taxpayers were still on the hook to submit by April 15.
· 4 min read
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LegalZoom Reviews
From starting a business to making an estate plan, LegalZoom receives five-star reviews from our customers. Here's what they say in their own words.
· 7 min read