U.S. tax law provides a valuable benefit — in the form of a nonrefundable tax credit — for businesses that engage in qualified research and development activities (see a list below). The Sec. 41 credit, which amounts to as much as 20% of the excess of qualified research expenditures for the tax year over [...]
Several end-of-year tax planning strategies are available to business owners that can be used to reduce their tax liability. Let's take a look: DEFERRING INCOME Businesses using the cash method of accounting can defer income into 2021 by delaying end-of-year invoices so that payment is not received until 2021. Businesses using the accrual method [...]
With the end of the year fast approaching, now is the time to take a closer look at tax planning strategies you can use to minimize your tax burden for 2020. GENERAL TAX PLANNING STRATEGIES General tax planning strategies for individuals include accelerating or deferring income and deductions, as well as careful consideration of [...]
