Barbara Weltman


How do I change my corporate structure?

Jul 12, 2000

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds to the following question from an inc.com user: How do I change my corporate stru...  Read story

Do I need to change my corporate structure?

Nov 3, 2000

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds to the following question from an inc.com user: I set up my home building busines...  Read story

What roles do the members of an LLC play?

By Barbara Weltman |  Nov 10, 2000

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds to the following question from an inc.com user: What roles do the members of an ...  Read story

What do you think the most important trend affecting small business will be?

May 16, 2001

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds to the following questions: What do you think the most important trend affectin...  Read story

Obese Employees Cost Companies More

By Tamara Schweitzer |  May 22, 2007

A new study suggests that investing in wellness programs may pay off on the bottom line.  Read story

How do I determine whether someone is an employee or an independent contractor?

May 15, 2000

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds to the following question from an inc.com user: My company is trying to figure ou...  Read story

Choosing a Form for Your Business

Choosing the right form for your business may be important to your future success. What is the right structure for your business? When should you change corp...  Read story

Choosing a Form for Your Business

Choosing the right form for your business may be important to your future success. What is the right structure for your business? When should you change corp...  Read story

Choosing a Form for Your Business

Choosing the right form for your business may be important to your future success. What is the right structure for your business? When should you change corp...  Read story

For Small Businesses, an Annual Nightmare

By Angus Loten |  Mar 26, 2007

Three out of four business owners say tax season cuts into their day-to-day operations, according to a new study.  Read story

10 Steps to Year-End Tax Planning

By Barbara Weltman |  Sep 1, 2005

As the eggnog starts to flow during the holiday season, far too many business owners overlook last-minute opportunities to take control of their tax pict...  Read story

10 Steps to Year-End Tax Planning

By Barbara Weltman |  Dec 1, 2005

As the eggnog starts to flow during the holiday season, far too many business owners overlook last-minute opportunities to take control of their tax pict...  Read story

I'll be the sole owner of a party production company. Which form should my business take?

By Barbara Weltman |  Apr 18, 2000

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds: As the sole owner, your choices are limited to sole proprietorship, S corporation,...  Read story

What's New on Your Return for 2003?

By Barbara E. Weltman |  Apr 1, 2004

Tax law changes over the past several years have brought new write-off opportunities for small-business owners. If you haven't already looked, your 2003 r...  Read story

I run a sideline home business but have a full-time day job. Can I claim a home office deduction?

Mar 6, 2000

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds: As long as your sideline business is the principal place of business for that acti...  Read story

I just hired my first employee. What are my federal tax responsibilities as an employer?

Mar 6, 2000

Law & Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman responds: You have to follow certain steps to avoid getting into trouble with the IRS. <...  Read story

The Big Stimulus: What's in it for Small Business?

By Caitlin McDevitt |  Feb 3, 2009

What the $819 billion dollar plan could do for your business.  Read story

The Big Stimulus: What's in it for Small Business?

By Caitlin McDevitt |  Feb 3, 2009

What the $819 billion dollar plan could do for your business.  Read story

Employment Taxes for Small Employers

By Barbara Weltman |  Feb 1, 2006

Having employees is a benefit that comes with many responsibilities. While employers gain valuable assistance from their staff, they must comply with tim...  Read story

What's New for 2004

By Barbara Weltman |  Apr 1, 2004

April 15, 2004, is the due date for the first installment of estimated tax--something that sole proprietors and owners of pass-through entities should not...  Read story

Audit Risk for S Corporations

By Barbara Weltman |  Sep 1, 2005

Today, S corporations are the most popular corporate form of doing business, with nearly 60% of all corporations now filing Form 1120S, U.S. Income T...  Read story

Setting Up a Home Office

Jan 26, 2006

There are lots of reasons for today's boom in people working from home. Telecommunications and computer technology are cheap and user-f...  Read story

Setting Up a Home Office

There are lots of reasons for today's boom in people working from home. Telecommunications and computer technology are cheap and user-...  Read story

Setting Up a Home Office

There are lots of reasons for today's boom in people working from home. Telecommunications and computer technology are cheap and user-...  Read story

Ask Martha

By Martha E. Mangelsdorf |  Apr 20, 2000

Can't find what you're looking for? Veteran small-business journalist Martha E. Mangelsdorf guides you to the information you need. Read story

Companies Embracing Holiday Cheer

By Kasey Wehrum |  Dec 12, 2005

Dec. 12, 2005 --Swept up in the holiday spirit, or perhaps too much eggnog, small-business owners are saying thanks to their employees by ...  Read story

President Signs Stimulus Today

By Caitlin McDevitt |  Feb 17, 2009

After weeks of debate, negotiation and squabbling, the stimulus package will finally hit the street.  Read story

Six Ways to Position Your Company for Success

By Jennifer A. Redmond |  May 8, 2001

What do you think the most important trend affecting small business will be? How best can owners position their companies to take advantage of it? We pose...  Read story

Sarah the CEO?

By Angus Loten |  Oct 20, 2008

On the campaign trail, Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin is quick to tout her "executive experience" -- including what she says is her backgro...  Read story

Non-Taxing Matters

By Ellen DePasquale |  Mar 15, 1997

A small-business automation expert looks at several popular tax preparation software packages.  Read story

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