If you're in business for yourself, don't sell yourself short. Reap all the tax-saving benefits you deserve with this clear, concise, step-by-step guide that shows you exactly how to take advantage of every tax deduction allowable by law. Inside, you'll find all the facts the IRS doesn't want you to know, and glean all the advice you need to: * Convert everyday living expenses into business deductions * Audit-proof your tax return -- how to keep records that will satisfy the IRS * Choose the form of entity that's best for you * Utilize insider's tips on numerous deductions: your home office,…mehr
If you're in business for yourself, don't sell yourself short. Reap all the tax-saving benefits you deserve with this clear, concise, step-by-step guide that shows you exactly how to take advantage of every tax deduction allowable by law. Inside, you'll find all the facts the IRS doesn't want you to know, and glean all the advice you need to: * Convert everyday living expenses into business deductions * Audit-proof your tax return -- how to keep records that will satisfy the IRS * Choose the form of entity that's best for you * Utilize insider's tips on numerous deductions: your home office, business equipment, car, credit card interest, clothing, meals, entertainment, trips and vacations, and medical expenses * Use hiring techniques that save you money * Income shifting techniques -- make your family part of your tax shelter Plus, you'll get invaluable insights into retirement plans for the self-employed, including IRAs, Keoghs, SEP and 401(k) plans, and much, much more. Packed with informative charts, worksheets, questionnaires, and self-tests, Keep Your Hard-Earned Money provides solid advice you can take to the bank.
Henry Aiy'm Fellman is a lawyer, accountant, and small-business tax expert with more than twenty years of experience helping people lower their taxes. He is a well-known consultant, author, and speaker. His workshop series, Keep What You Earn!™, is available through continuing education facilities throughout the western United States, and via organizations whose members are self-employed.
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CONTENTS PREFACE I KEEPING MORE OF YOUR HARD-EARNED MONEY The #1 Tax Shelter Calculating Your Tax Bracket Converting Everyday Living Expenses into Business Deductions Income-Shifting Techniques Other Tax-Saving Techniques Reduce Income Taxes with a Sideline Business II MAKING SURE YOUR BUSINESS IS A BUSINESS Convert Your Hobby Expenses into a Business Deduction Making Sure You're a Business Owner and Not an Employee III TAKE EVERY DEDUCTION YOU'RE ENTITLED TO Audit Myths and Other Tales of Horror Choosing the Right Tax Professional to Get the Most Out of This Book Guilty Until Proven Innocent Audit-Proofing Your Tax Return Record Retention IV CONVERTING EVERYDAY LIVING EXPENSES INTO BUSINESS DEDUCTIONS Tax Savings from Deductions Section A: If You're Entitled to the Home-Office Deduction, Take It! Section B: Deduct ALL Equipment Used in Your Business Section C: Getting the Most "TSPM" Out of Your Car Section D: Meals, Entertainment, and Gifts Section E: Deducting Business Trips and Vacations Section F: Converting Medical and Dental Expenses into Business Deductions Section G: Clothing, Interest, Credit Cards, Raising Children, and Everything Else V INCOME-SHIFTING TECHNIQUES Income-Shifting Technique #1: Hiring Income-Shifting Technique #2: Gift Ownership Income-Shifting Technique #3: Lease Property from Family or Friends Income-Shifting Technique #4: Gift Property Instead of Selling VI RETIREMENT PLANS FOR THE SELF-EMPLOYED Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) Plans The SIMPLE Plan Medical Savings Account (MSA) Keogh and Company Qualified Plans 401(k) Plans -- Deferred Compensation Plans VII CHOOSING THE FORM OF ENTITY THAT'S BEST FOR YOU The Different Entities Choose Your Goal, Choose Your Form The Choosing Process Tax-Planning Strategies APPENDICES A. Tax Rate Schedule for 1997 B. Sample Independent Contractor Agreement C. 1997 Per Diem Rates (by State) D. Sample Employment Contract E. Resource Guide INDEX ABOUT THE AUTHOR
CONTENTS PREFACE I KEEPING MORE OF YOUR HARD-EARNED MONEY The #1 Tax Shelter Calculating Your Tax Bracket Converting Everyday Living Expenses into Business Deductions Income-Shifting Techniques Other Tax-Saving Techniques Reduce Income Taxes with a Sideline Business II MAKING SURE YOUR BUSINESS IS A BUSINESS Convert Your Hobby Expenses into a Business Deduction Making Sure You're a Business Owner and Not an Employee III TAKE EVERY DEDUCTION YOU'RE ENTITLED TO Audit Myths and Other Tales of Horror Choosing the Right Tax Professional to Get the Most Out of This Book Guilty Until Proven Innocent Audit-Proofing Your Tax Return Record Retention IV CONVERTING EVERYDAY LIVING EXPENSES INTO BUSINESS DEDUCTIONS Tax Savings from Deductions Section A: If You're Entitled to the Home-Office Deduction, Take It! Section B: Deduct ALL Equipment Used in Your Business Section C: Getting the Most "TSPM" Out of Your Car Section D: Meals, Entertainment, and Gifts Section E: Deducting Business Trips and Vacations Section F: Converting Medical and Dental Expenses into Business Deductions Section G: Clothing, Interest, Credit Cards, Raising Children, and Everything Else V INCOME-SHIFTING TECHNIQUES Income-Shifting Technique #1: Hiring Income-Shifting Technique #2: Gift Ownership Income-Shifting Technique #3: Lease Property from Family or Friends Income-Shifting Technique #4: Gift Property Instead of Selling VI RETIREMENT PLANS FOR THE SELF-EMPLOYED Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) Plans The SIMPLE Plan Medical Savings Account (MSA) Keogh and Company Qualified Plans 401(k) Plans -- Deferred Compensation Plans VII CHOOSING THE FORM OF ENTITY THAT'S BEST FOR YOU The Different Entities Choose Your Goal, Choose Your Form The Choosing Process Tax-Planning Strategies APPENDICES A. Tax Rate Schedule for 1997 B. Sample Independent Contractor Agreement C. 1997 Per Diem Rates (by State) D. Sample Employment Contract E. Resource Guide INDEX ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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