Tax Tips Small Business

Automobile Expenses

Which is better - deducting the standard mileage rate or actual expenses?

With the increasing cost of gas, it might be a good idea to revisit which tax deduction is the most beneficial - claiming 50 cents per business mile (55.5 cents starting July 1, 2011) or your actual vehicle expenses. Claiming the standard mileage rate is easier. All you have to do is keep track of your business miles and multiply them by the current rate. In addition to the standard mileage rate, you may also deduct the costs for parking and tolls. Plus, if you are self-employed, you can deduct the interest paid on your car loan.

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Small Business Quick Tip

Self Employed Health Insurance

If you are a self-employed taxpayer, you may deduct 100 percent of your health insurance premiums from your income. The deduction for health insurance premiums does not reduce your self-employment tax, however.
Wednesday, 22nd May 2013
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Charitable Remainder Trusts

Reduce your estate by gifting property

There are many ways to contribute to a charitable organization. You can write a check, donate property, or give of your time. If you're planning for retirement, you might want to consider making a gift of a future interest in your property by establishing a charitable remainder unitrust or annuity trust. These trusts allow you to contribute the property and retain an income stream.

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Personal Quick Tip

Sales Tax Deduction

The optional sales tax deduction has been extended for the 2010 tax year. This means you can elect to deduct your state sales tax in lieu of your state income tax when you itemize deductions.