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Providers of tax courses, including income tax classes and online tax training programs. Research companies offering an online income tax course and other business tax classes. Identify a tax education company that suits your needs.
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Government Degrees Online
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www.Regent.edu/undergrad
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Online Taxation Degrees
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University of Phoenix
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H&R Block Tax Courses
Courses are taught by seasoned tax professionals and backed by the H&R Block name.
www.hrblock.com
Jackson Hewitt Tax Courses
Qualified instructors lead you through tax preparation and related topics and provide opportunities for hands-on application of tax preparation skills.
www.jacksonhewitt.com
National Tax Training School
National Tax Training School is a specialized, correspondence tax school that is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the DETC.
www.nattax.com
Peoples Tax
The Income Tax School has offered tax classes to individuals wanting to start a new career, earn extra money, or continue their tax education.
www.peoplestax.com
Tax Training School
Accredited, self-paced correspondence courses in income tax preparation. Become a full-time tax professional or start a side business.
The Tax School | Enroll Today!
www.nattax.com (Paid)
The Income Tax School: Online Tax Courses
Learn tax preparation online 24/7 with instructor support. Tax school kits available for business owners looking for in-house training. CPE credits.
www.theincometaxschool.com(Paid)
Earn your master's degree
in Taxation in just 18 months. Designed for working professionals.
tsengcollege.csun.edu/taxation
Government Degrees Online
Accredited. Flexible. Christian. Classes Start Soon. Get More Info!
www.Regent.edu/undergrad
University of Phoenix
Official Site. Degree Programs. Flexible Scheduling. Get Info.
Phoenix.edu

Guide to Business Tax Basics

Save time and money by learning the ABCs of business taxes


One of the surprises for many new business owners is the myriad tax obligations that come with the territory. Government agencies from Washington to city hall have their hands out and it's your duty as a business owner to know what you owe and to file returns properly. A mistake can be costly, resulting in late payment penalties or worse. Avoiding taxes can be considered a crime with serious consequences if you're caught. On the other hand, proper preparation can make the task go smoothly, and savvy business owners can cut their taxes by taking all available deductions. A good knowledge of your business taxes can:
  1. Insure your business runs smoothly.
  2. Keep government tax auditors away.
  3. Save you money through proper use of deductions.
  4. Prevent time-crunch headaches whenever a tax deadline approaches.


Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Work your way up One way to figure your tax obligations is to start at the local level and work your way up. Check with your local city or county to determine what licenses and fees you must pay, plus what property taxes you may owe on your business. Then work your way up to state and federal taxes.

I recommend:  For an overview of business taxes, see the section on Controlling Your Taxes at the Business Owners Toolkit site. For links to additional tax resources, visit Yahoo! Small Business and the Business Tax Center at MyOwnBusiness.com.

Understand your federal tax obligations As a business owner, you'll need to report business income, take business deductions, claim tax credits, collect payroll taxes if you have employees and file at the right times. A good accountant is invaluable in helping you deal with your federal tax obligations. But it's important that you understand the basics to help guide the tax preparation process so you don't miss tax breaks or deductions.

I recommend:  The IRS has an overview and links for business taxes, including links to tax forms.

Understand your state tax obligations Dealing with state taxes can be a major chore, especially if you have retail sales and must collect sales taxes. Sales taxes vary not only by state but by county and city, so it's important to collect and file the correct amounts. In addition you may owe state income taxes and have state payroll deduction obligations.

I recommend:  The Tax and Accounting Sites Directory offers a page of links to states where you can read discussions of tax obligations for your particular state. The U.S. Small Business Administration offers links to taxing authorities by state.

Understand your payroll tax obligations You'll need to determine which of your workers are considered employees subject to withholding and what compensation is taxable.

I recommend:  The U.S. Small Business Administration's Payroll Taxes page has overviews and links to federal and state taxing agencies. Figure out what compensation is taxable at ItsSimple.biz.

Keep track of taxes It helps to keep up-to-date files and records throughout the year to make sure you don't wind up frantically hunting on deadline. Accounting and tax software can help keep you on track. A good software package should also include the forms you'll need to file.

I recommend:  Among the more popular tax software titles are those from TurboTax, TaxCut or TaxAct. Popular accounting software systems are NetSuite, QuickBooks and Microsoft Small Business Accounting.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
  • Your accountant is there to provide guidance, not just to file your taxes. Ask questions if you're unsure about any aspect of your taxes or deductions.
  • Don't miss deductions or credits. Check in with tax blogs and the IRS site for updates on tax issues to make sure you take advantage of new deductions and tax credits.
  • Save your records. You'll need to keep financial records for extended periods of time. Check with your accountant for help in what records you need to keep and for how long.
  • Take an extension. If you hit a filing deadline and you're not ready, check with the filing agency on rules for filing for an extension.

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