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9 tax considerations if you’re starting a business as a sole proprietor
February 8, 2024
Categories: #hh, Deductions, pass-through deduction, Schedule C, Self Employment, Small business, Sole proprietorship
When launching a small business, many entrepreneurs start out as sole proprietors. If you’re launching a venture as a sole proprietorship, you need to understand the tax issues involved. Here are nine considerations: 1. You may qualify for the pass-through deduction. To the extent your business generates qualified business income, you’re currently eligible to claim the 20% pass-through deduction, subject to limitations. The deduction is taken “below the line,” meaning
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Spouse-run businesses face special tax issues
September 12, 2023
Categories: #hh, Partnership, Scorp, Self Employment, Small business
Do you and your spouse together operate a profitable unincorporated small business? If so, you face some challenging tax issues. The partnership issue An unincorporated business with your spouse is classified as a partnership for federal income tax purposes, unless you can avoid that treatment. Otherwise, you must file an annual partnership return, on Form 1065. In addition, you and your spouse must be issued separate Schedule K-1s, which allocate the partnership’s taxable income, deductions