The pandemic has wreaked havoc with many family’s finances. To help with this, the federal government has made it much easier for many parents to take advantage of the child tax credit and advance child tax credit.
When the COVD-19 pandemic hit, thousands of small businesses were shutting their doors, laying off workers, and wondering if they would ever open up again. However, once Congress passed the CARES Act, businesses could take out loans that would prop them up and survive the pandemic.
Are you thinking of selling your small business? Whether you’re selling it to raise cash for something else, because you want to get out of the business world or because it’s the right time to sell due its overwhelming success, it pays to consider the tax ramifications.
As you know, most income you earn or receive over the course of a year is subject to being taxed. While in many situations the taxes are paid through withholding, other situations may require you to make estimated tax payments.
One of the best ways to put away money for your retirement is with a Roth IRA. A Roth IRA differs from a traditional IRA in that a Roth IRA lets your money grow tax-free, plus allows for tax-free withdrawals. Knowing that, it’s easy to understand why this is such a popular savings option for so many people.
Many ambitious entrepreneurs launch an online business using their own funds. They use personal savings or max out credit cards. Tactics like these are even lauded. You can find many articles on the internet that encourage entrepreneurs to do whatever it takes to launch their business online.
Do you feel the urge to start your own business? Whether you’re thinking of an online business or something firmly planted in the brick and mortar realm, you’ll be glad to know there are plenty of resources available to you. Most of the following resources are free. Some require a small investment.
While only a few months ago it may not have seemed possible, most states are now lifting mask and social distancing mandates, meaning life where you live and elsewhere in the nation is slowly but surely returning to normal. However, the COVID-19 pandemic took quite a toll on businesses, yours included.
If you are like many people, you may be involved in cryptocurrency trading, such as Bitcoin. If this is the case, don't assume that you have found a Shangri-La that means any money you earn is not sought after by the IRS to be taxed.
Brainstorming is a fun and effective way to stimulate the creative side of your brain. If you want to leverage the post-pandemic surge in business, you may be thinking about starting a business. But ideas can be hard to come by; especially when you feel that time is of the essence.
