This article was published by the IRS. Understanding the tax responsibilities that come with starting a business venture can save taxpayers money and help set them up for success. IRS.gov has the resources and answers to help people through the process of starting a new business. Here are six tips for new business owners. Choose a [...]
Heather appeared again in this week’s Tuesday episode (December 22, 2020) of the Town of Plymouth’s “COVID-19 Daily Update” to explain the ramifications of the new COVID-19 relief bill passed by Congress earlier this week. (UPDATE: President Trump has since asked Congress to review certain aspects of the bill before he will sign it into law.) [...]
This article was published by the IRS. There is a new Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation for business taxpayers who pay or receive nonemployee compensation. Starting in tax year 2020, payers must complete this form to report any payment of $600 or more to a payee. Generally, payers must file Form 1099-NEC by January 31. For 2020 [...]
The Baker administration has announced that $50.8 million in grants has been made available to support Massachusetts small businesses during the pandemic. For companies with up to 50 employees, grants of up to $75,000 can be used for payroll and benefit costs, mortgage interest, rent, utilities, and interest on other debt obligations. Smaller employers with 5 [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Before a natural disaster strikes, taxpayers are encouraged to prepare, if possible. This includes developing evacuation plans, putting together kits of essential supplies and putting financial safety measures in place. To help protect their financial safety in a disaster situation, taxpayers should: Update emergency plans. A disaster can strike [...]
