1099s

Taxes

Essential 1099 NEC Tax Information Every Business Owner Should Know

Whether you are receiving payments from other businesses for services or your business is paying someone for their services, understanding how 1099 NECs work is an important aspect of your business tax obligations

Taxes

Time to Send Out 1099s: What to Know

It's that time again to send 1099s out to your vendors. Here's a breakdown of what to do.

Taxes

Don't Sell Yourself Short in the Gig Economy

Too many solopreneurs and freelancers are mispricing themselves in the labor market. Get out a sharp pencil and get it right.

Starting a Business

Addressing the Backlash: What's an Accurate Picture of the Gig Economy?

Ignore the misconceptions out there. The gig economy is more beneficial than you think.

Growing a Business

Are Sharing-Economy Workers Contractors or Employees?

Companies in the booming sharing economy depend on contractors who may legally qualify as full time employees. The distinction is crucial for both workers and their employers.

Legal

W-2 or 1099? Why It Pays to Classify Your Employees Correctly.

At stake are taxes for the employer and sick days, vacation and other benefits for the employee.

Living

K-12 Curriculum Needs a Major Overhaul to Develop Entrepreneurship Skills

We need to rethink how we teach children if we are to graduate adults who can fill the available jobs and grow the economy larger.

Business News

Will Your Business Fall Victim to the Dreaded Tax Audit?

Even if you have all of your ducks in a row, the IRS could hand select your return to be audited. Here are some reasons why.

Business News

5 Year-End Tax Tips to Get You Ready for 2014

Taking some time now to get your finances and taxes in order can bring substantial savings come tax season.

Taxes

What To Do If You Receive a 1099-K Notice From the IRS

Stay calm: It may not be an audit. Get some professional tax advice, gather up your records and respond, says tax expert Barbara Weltman.

Taxes

Tax Time: 1099s for Contractor Wages Made Easy

New IRS-approved web filing options make filing 1099 forms a breeze.

Taxes

Online Sellers Brace for a New Tax Filing Requirement

Some small businesses may need to declare added income on their 2011 returns. Here's what you need to know if do business on eBay or Etsy.

Growing a Business

Congress Moves to Cut Controversial 1099 Provision

The Senate overwhelmingly voted to repeal a controversial provision within the health-care law.

Accounting

Three Online Tax Resources for Small-Business Owners

Looking for ways to make Tax Day a little less painful? These websites might have what you need.

Health & Wellness

What Healthcare Reform Could Mean for Your Business

Healthcare reform isn't a done deal, but you still need to prep for upcoming changes