If you have an income, you’re responsible for taxes. The government taxes everyone, but Uncle Sam taxes wealthier taxpayers at a higher rate. Your tax bracket depends on how much you earn, whether you’re filing jointly, and a few other factors. We’re going to cover everything you need to know about 2021 tax brackets and […]
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon directly addressed inflation on a recent earnings call. He stated that, “inflation could be worse than people think,” and “I don’t think it’s only temporary.” Homeowners should pay close attention to Dimon’s insight, as a strong correlation exists between inflation and real estate values. As such, we’ll use this article […]
Most business owners know the IRS taxes long-term capital gains at a lower rate than ordinary income. However, Section 1231 of the Internal Revenue Code offers an exception to this rule. This rule gives business owners the best of both worlds. When you sell Section 1231 property for a gain, you will get a more […]
Many business owners have heard of IRS Form 8995. But what does this do for small businesses? And how can you use IRS Form 8995 to save your business money? The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made some major changes to the tax code. In particular, this legislation reduced the corporate tax rate […]
With most of the pandemic finally behind us, many places around the country are starting to reopen. With bookings picking up throughout the country, it’s a good time to think about reopening your Airbnb if you have not done so already. After over a year’s hiatus in the travel and hospitality industry, people are itching […]
As a small business owner, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with tax-filing requirements. The number of different IRS forms can seem extremely confusing. For example, in 2018, qualifying businesses could report income on Schedule C-EZ, which is a simplified version of a Schedule C form. However, beginning in the 2019 tax year, the IRS eliminated […]
It costs money to make money. And running your Airbnb business is no exception. You have to account for cleaning costs, maintenance expenses, supplies, and listing improvements. While it seems like these expenses can add up, they may be beneficial when it’s time to file and pay your Airbnb taxes. Operating an Airbnb can offer […]
Owning your own business or working as an independent contractor has its perks. You can set your own rate, and work when and where you want. This is what has drawn so many individuals to the Sharing Economy. Whether it’s Airbnb, Upwork, or Turo – the platforms are flexible, and … if done right, can […]
Millions of Americans use Airbnb as an outstanding source of income. But short-term leasing can expose hosts to a gauntlet of local regulations. In places like New York City, where rules are strict, it can be a challenge to host on Airbnb. This article will outline the short-term leasing Airbnb laws in NYC, and how […]
When you own your own business or are self-employed, you have many more responsibilities regarding your bookkeeping and finances. It is important to keep accurate bookkeeping for your self-employment income and business expenses. This enables reliable forecasting, allows for strategic tax planning, makes preparing and filing your taxes a lot easier, and is instrumental in […]