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Can You Use Independent Contractors?

Can your company hire an independent contractor?The following is the story of how one person came to an understanding of what an “Independent Contractor” is.

The morning sun was just warming the tops of the hills surrounding the lake as Ed dropped his line in the water and made himself comfortable in the deck chair. The light breeze was just enough to cause small waves to lap against the pontoons of the houseboat and give a rocking motion to the craft. Ed knew none of the others would be getting up any time soon.

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The Tax World for Businesses

No Avoidance of the Taxing Authorities.No Avoidance of the Taxing Authorities.

If you believe that you know all of the taxes your business may be exposed to, you will probably be wrong. Is it 4, 5, more?

The best way to minimize the impact of taxes on your business is to develop an overall tax strategy plan. This plan will help you and your tax adviser to anticipate the tax or filing requirement before it comes up. Planning also allows you to plan to take advantage of every possible legal reduction of your taxes.
All Businesses will have Certain "Basic" Taxes.

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Tax Planning Overview: Taxes Are Negotiated – Not "Fixed"

Tax Planning Overview: Taxes Are Negotiated – Not "Fixed"Effective Tax Negotiations Requirements

Tax is an expensive cost in our business and personal lives. Tax negotiations require an understanding of tax laws and rules. The most effective negotiations require pre-planning of financial actions and proper deal structures.

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