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5 Reasons the IRS's New Focus on Small Businesses Is Ridiculously Egregious
The IRS is sending letters to tens of thousands of small businesses asking if they are underreporting revenue, according to new reports.
Why Exxon's Lower Profit is Bad for Taxpayers
While some lawmakers are quick to join in the chorus of complaints about 'Big Oil', it's companies like Exxon that send the bags of cash to Washington for Congress to squander, writes Ray Hennessey.
Buying Up Powerball Tickets? Remember the Lottery is a Tax
There is a load of hoopla over the latest Powerball jackpot, now up to $235 million. But from a business standpoint, these kinds of lottery awards can be nothing but trouble.
Obamacare Delay Estimated to Cost U.S. $12 Billion
The Congressional Budget Office estimates the increased cost of giving large employers an additional year before they are hit with fines.
What Obama's Grand Tax 'Bargain' Would Mean for Your Business
President Obama today unveiled a plan to close overseas tax loopholes, lower corporate topline tax rates and invest in infrastructure growth in the U.S. to generate jobs domestically.
Why Overseas Job Creation Is Good for U.S. Workers
Rather than robbing jobs, increased growth overseas actually helps companies domestically, which is good for both employees and investors.
OPINION: For Employers, Obamacare Penalties Abound
When it comes to the increased trend of adding part-time jobs under Obamacare, what looks like a 'win-win' is actually a 'lose-lose' for businesses.
How Big Businesses Slash Taxes With R&D Credit -- and How Yours Can, Too
A look at how small businesses can take advantage of the research and development tax credit to cut their taxes and improve their bottom lines.
Signs That You Are About to Get Audited (Infographic)
Here's a look at your odds of being audited. And how you can tell if you might be next.
Tax Time Bruises Still Hurt? 3 Accounting Habits to Implement Now
With this year's tax season happily in your rearview, now's the time to make your next tax time easier. Here are some tips.
Can I Deduct That? Your Tax Deduction Checklist
Figuring out what you can and can't deduct as a business expense is challenging. These tips help you lower your tax bill without running afoul of the federal tax code.
How Incorporating in Delaware or Nevada Can Hurt You
Before you think of incorporating your startup in a "tax haven" state, here is what young entrepreneurs need to know.
The Internet Sales-Tax Bill Takes a Step Forward
A bill which would end tax-free online shopping moves on to the House of Representatives, where it is likely to be met with resistance from anti-tax Republicans.
Why Internet Sales Tax is Bad Public Policy (Opinion)
The Marketplace Fairness Act, expected to pass in the Senate on May 6, requires online retailers to charge shoppers their state's sales tax. Is the law a poor political move?
The Internet Sales-Tax Showdown and Your Bottom Line
The Senate is expected to vote on the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 this week. If passed, online retailers would have to collect sales tax in all states, even if they don't have a physical footprint in the state.