Monthly Archives: February 2018
Certain payments, depending on the circumstances, may be tax-free, despite other similar payments resulting in being taxed. The following three situations require special care to determine if the payment is tax-free. Legal Settlements: To determine if your court settlement should be taxed, you need to consider the reason the settlement was granted, and if it […]
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Gross income minus any deductions is defined as taxable income according to the IRS. Gross income is determined to be “all income from whatever source derived” according to federal law. That covers a large portion of income, including not just earned income such as your salary, but investment income and other unearned income. If you […]
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Taxpayers who are members of a health plan with a high deductible may be eligible to contribute to a health savings account. This type of account saves some of your money for future use on a range of medical expenses. Contributions made into your health savings account are tax-deductible, and investment earnings are tax-free, along […]
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If you are paid cash for services performed, you’ll need to complete a Schedule C, Profit and Loss from Business. This form reports earnings and expenses in relation to the work performed. Some common examples include a handyman who works multiple locations, and has expenses for tolls and mileage, or a copywriter who freelances. Schedule […]
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Businesses are responsible for recording all their income, even if it’s a cash transaction, and reporting earnings to the IRS, as taxes are required to be paid on all income. If you accept cash, you’re required to have a method of recording these transactions, such as a voucher or cash receipt pad. Many office supply […]
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