Financial Planning
Get legal advice on how to take control of your personal or business finances, whether you're tackling student loans, medical bills, taxes, or bankruptcy.
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What Are the Tax Benefits of an LLC?
An LLC offers several tax benefits, including simply having the flexibility to choose how you want the entity to be taxed.
· 3 min read
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What Are Estimated Quarterly Tax Payments?
Quarterly estimated tax payments are one way the IRS makes sure you pay-as-you-go. Here's an easy guide to help you get it right.
· 4 min read
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What Is a 1099 Form? What to Know as an Independent Contractor
Received a 1099 Form in the mail? You'll need it to complete your tax return as an independent contractor.
· 4 min read
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What Is MACRS Depreciation?
Most long-term assets you use in your business must be depreciated using the MACRS depreciation method—at least on your tax return.
· 4 min read
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What Is Mello-Roos? the Ultimate Guide to This California Tax Law
If you have questions about Mello-Roos, we have answers. This California tax on properties is controversial and often misunderstood.
· 6 min read
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What Is Current Ratio and How to Calculate It
Current ratio is a measure of a company's liquidity, or its ability to pay its short-term obligations using its current assets. It's also a useful ratio for keeping tabs on an organization's overall financial health.
· 3 min read
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What Is Fixed Cost?
Fixed costs are expenses you pay each month, regardless of your business's sales or production. Understanding your fixed costs can help you price your products and remain profitable.
· 4 min read
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What Is a 1099-NEC and When Does My Business Need to Issue One?
Report your independent contractor payments with confidence on Form 1099-NEC.
· 4 min read
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What Are Retained Earnings? How to Calculate Them
Retained earnings are the profits that remain in your business after all expenses have been paid and all distributions have been paid out to shareholders.
· 3 min read
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When to File Bankruptcy: Examples and Advice
Bankruptcy may be a last resort, but for the right person or business, it’s also a second chance. Learn if bankruptcy protection is right for you and what to expect from the process.
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