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Go Shopping for a State
There is an old saying: "If they are passing the hors d'oeuvres, you should take one." Right now, many states are passing out more than small nibble... Read more
Embracing the Bush Tax Cuts
Allowing the Bush tax cuts to expire at this point is an understandable reaction to a growing deficit. But it’s a gut reaction that doesn’t consider the ... Read more
Small Business Aid Bill Passes Senate
Legislation would create a $30-billion loan fund and $12 billion in tax breaks after its final passage. Read more
How to Take Advantage of the R&D Tax Credit
Last week President Obama proposed expanding the research and development tax credit and even making it permanent. Here's how to figure out if you qualify. Read more
Automating Innovation
Each day, Inc .'s reporters scour the Web for the most important and interesting news to entrepreneurs. Here's... Read more
In Praise of the Millionaires Tax
Each day, Inc.'s reporters scour the Web for the most important and interesting news to entrepreneurs. Here's what we found today: ... Read more
Is an Internet Sales Tax Coming Soon?
A new bill before Congress would end a major perk of online shopping: no sales tax. Small businesses would be exempt – though "small" isn't defined. Read more
San Francisco's Best Hotels for Business Travel
The Bay Areas highlights from Inc.com's Business Travel 50. Read more
Small Businesses Fight Offshore Tax Havens
Multinational companies use tax havens to avoid $37 billion in taxes -- money that could be spent on a small business lending fund. Read more
A Tax Cut for Angels
How states such as Ohio, Wisconsin, and Minnesota give angel investors (and start-ups) a break. Read more
How to Prepare for Next Tax Season Now
Plan ahead and avoid common last minute mistakes next April 15th. Read more
How to Choose a Calendar or Fiscal Year
You've probably noticed that not every business closes its books on December 31. Here's what goes into deciding on a financial reporting period. Read more
How to Deal With a Worker Classification Tax Audit
The IRS plans to audit the worker classification practices of 6,000 randomly selected companies, many of them small businesses. Here's what you need to know. Read more
How to Survive a Tax Audit
If you're prepared, honest and organized, an audit isn't as scary as you might think. Read more
An Internet Usage Tax?
Last month, Microsoft made a lot of people mad by suggesting an intern... Read more
Steve Jobs Takes on Adobe
Steve Jobs takes aim at Adobe . In a sign that Apple founder Steve Jobs has returned to his familiar role as spokesperson for his company, Jobs has ... Read more
How to Write Off Travel and Entertainment Expenses
Are you perplexed by the 13-page IRS guidelines for deducting travel and entertainment expenses? Inc.com's shorter (less complicated) guide will help you fin... Read more
Obama Cracks Down on Use of Contractors
The IRS plans to audit 6,000 companies over the next three years in a bid to crack down on companies that erroneously classify employees as independent contr... Read more
Obama Promises Help for Small Businesses
In his first State of the Union address, the president pledges to spur lending to small businesses and eliminate the capital gains tax on small business inve... Read more
How to Choose Business Accounting Software
From QuickBooks to NetSuite, there's plenty of accounting software out there to choose from. Here's how to pick the best one to serve your company's needs. Read more
How to Reduce Your Small Business Tax Bill
A look at helpful year-end tax tips, advice on making smart elections, and good tax resources for the small business owner. Read more
Scott Cook of Intuit on Product Innovation
The key, says Intuit's founder, is to get everyone involved Read more
Baucus Bill Would Not Obligate Businesses to Offer Insurance
Companies with more than 50 employees that did not provide coverage would be expected to reimburse the government. Read more
Will Obama's Tax Hike Affect You?
Experts say it won't apply to the majority of entrepreneurs. Read more
My Favorite Write-off
Entrepreneurs tend to be experts in the art and science of deducting business expenses from their tax bills. Here, 5 business owners discuss their favorite d... View slideshow
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New York Weighs Tax Increase on Business Owners
Lawmakers propose raising personal income tax rates for those making above $250,000 a year; could affect S corps. Read more
How to Minimize This Year's Tax Bill
Looking to trim your tax bill this year? Here are some smart strategies. Read more
Local Hero or Tax Cheat?
Gus Rancatore's ice cream shop, Toscanini's, is a fixture in Cambridge, Massachusetts. When it was seized for nonpayment of taxes, the community responded. Read more
Intuit Launches Latest Version of QuickBooks Retail Management Software
Intuit has released the latest version of its QuickBooks Point of Sale retail management software, designed to replace the traditional cash register. Read more
Legal Issues for a Home Business 
Working from home sounds ideal, but there are many considerations. Inc. Expert Barbara Weltman discusses some of the key legal issues you should look out ... Watch video
Intuit Expands Reach Into SMB Market
Intuit has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Menlo Park-based Homestead Technologies, a provider of Web site and Web store solutions for small busines... Read more
Passing It On [Audio]
Death and taxes -- the only two sure things in life. And for business owners, the estate tax combines the worst of both worlds. Could a permanent life i... Watch video
Small Business Recordkeeping
When it comes to taxes, many people simply toss receipts into a shoebox. But for business owners, good recordkeeping is essential. Inc. Expert Barbara Wel... Watch video
