This video tutorial shows an employer how to file and pay a Paid Family and Medical Leave return in MassTaxConnect. Follow the step-by-step instructions to learn how to navigate the online system. Paid family and medical leave (PFML) is a program designed to help people in Massachusetts take paid time off of work for family or [...]
Massachusetts follows most federal laws for small businesses. The majority of small businesses are sole proprietorships. A sole proprietor is an unincorporated business with one owner who pays personal income tax on business profits. A sole proprietor will complete Schedule C. Schedule C acts as a profit or loss statement for your business and is a [...]
Did you know that there's a helpful tax relief program for low and moderate income working families? It's called the earned income tax credit (EITC) and it can help put some extra money in your family's pocket. Depending on your family's income, you could be eligible for a refund even if you don't currently owe income [...]
You may be able to claim a refundable credit on your MA personal income tax return. The circuit breaker tax credit is based on the actual real estate taxes or rent paid on the Massachusetts residential property you own or rent and occupy as your principal residence. The maximum credit amount is determined each year. If [...]
As an employer, you do not need to register yourself for withholding to pay your own income taxes. If you expect to owe more than $400 in MA income tax, you are required to make individual estimated income payments. Rules are a little different for farmers and fishermen. You can find more information on the DOR [...]
