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Raise Taxes on Venture Capital?
The American Jobs Act includes a clause that--if enacted on the venture capital industry--could hamper start-up investment, innovation, and, ultimately, job creation.
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Will You Be Taxed for Driving?
States, fearing that more energy-efficient cars mean less money to maintain roads, begin testing a mileage-based tax.
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How to Pay Taxes on Internet Sales
State officials are cracking down on small businesses that don’t comply with tax law relating to online sales. Here’s how you can keep tax auditors from knocking on your door.
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In Norway, Start-ups Say Ja to Socialism
We venture to the very heart of the hell that is Scandinavian socialism—and find out that it’s not so bad. Pricey, yes, but a good place to start and run a company.
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Comparing Tax Rates in the U.S. and Norway
We compare the income tax paid by an entrepreneur in Norway with what an American counterpart would have paid.
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How to Find a Tax Preparer for Your One-Person Business
Not every tax pro is versed in the minutiae of accounting for a sole proprietorship. Here's how to find the ones who can save you the most. Read more
Manufacturers and Retailers Rebounded in December
Two industries battered during the recent recession are showing signs of renewed vitality—and fueling an economic recovery, the Fed reports. Read more
Tax Amnesty: A Win Win?
Washington state finds a $321 million cash windfall in a tax amnesty program, as thousands of small businesses paid up penalty-free. Read more
The Pros and Cons of Setting Up a C Corp
Converting a company to a C Corp can help you establish some legal and financial separation between you and your business. But the switch involves more paper... Read more
How to Prepare for Next Tax Season Now
Plan ahead and avoid common last minute mistakes next April 15th. 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
Bernanke Urges Banks to Up Small Business Lending
Government-backed loans to small companies have dipped sharply, no thanks in part to a key federal program running out of money. Read more
Calling the Carried Interest Bluff
The National Venture Capital Association just released a 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
Congress Considers Federal Tax Credit for Angels
Angel investors would get a 25 percent credit for backing a business that's already qualified for a federal research and development grant program for small ... Read more
Fed Survey: Banks Loosen Credit to Small Businesses
For the first time in four years, banks report easing standards on loans and credit lines to small businesses. Read more
Obama's Big Speech
That speech today? Pretty much Read more
A Craft-Beer Stimulus Plan?
A tax cut for craft brewers aims to spur local employment. Read more
Report: Half of Small Businesses Denied Credit
"Qualified borrowers are hard to find," says one bank chief executive. 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
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
Will Obama's Tax Hike Affect You?
Experts say it won't apply to the majority of entrepreneurs. Read more
Sole Proprietors Make Less But Pay Less Taxes
Report examines the impact of taxes on various corporate structures. 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
The Price of Reinvesting
I've recuperated from the presidential race. A lot happened between my last post and election day that made my decision much easier. During that t... Read more
Who's Offering the Bigger Cut?
WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY ABOUT THE McCAIN AND OBAMA PLANS: For Individuals: According to the Tax Policy Center, a nonpartisan cente... Read more
Business Groups Attack Stimulus Plan
The president's temporary tax cuts won't help small employers over the long haul, critics say. Read more
Stimulus Plan to Offer Business Incentives
Lawmakers agree to a $140 billion package to boost the economy with temporary tax cuts for small firms. Read more
Retailers Expect Tax-Rebate Boon
The federal economic stimulus plan has store owners anticipating a $42 billion boost. Read more
Updated Tax Code Sought
House lawmakers want to simplify taxes for smaller businesses. Read more
States Eye New Taxes
Facing budget shortfalls, tax commissioners in many states are desperate for new sources of revenue. Guess where they're looking? Read more
Captive Insurance Companies
Captive insurance companies have been growing by leaps and bounds. A captive is an insurance company that insures the risks of its parent company. It is... Read more
Bailing Out The Bear
One of the more entertaining sideshows to the spectacle of the Federal Reserve bailing out Bear Stearns belongs to the contortionists -- the ideologues wh... Read more
UPDATE: The Clock Still Ticks For Earmarks
Earlier this month, Rep. David Obey, the Democratic chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, sent his Republican colleagues a letter that forced a ... Read more
Battle Of The Tax Plans: WhIch Favors Small Biz?
With Barack Obama off on his world tour and John McCain withering in obscurity, now's a good time for the Agenda to reflect on the latest domestic policy ... Read more
Obama Compromises On Taxes -- With Himself
A couple weeks ago, when Barack Obama filled in some of the details of his economic plan -- specifically his tax plan -- conservatives were pleased. The p... Read more
For Small Businesses, an Annual Nightmare
Three out of four business owners say tax season cuts into their day-to-day operations, according to a new study. Read more
Business Groups Protest Iraq Bill
The groups want Congress to consider a minimum-wage increase and tax cuts as separate legislation. Read more
Surviving Tax Season
Five New Rules You Shouldn't Miss. Read more
More Hidden Tax Savings
Need a new company car? Why not get Uncle Sam to help pay for it? For business owners, there are many hidden savings in the tax c... Read more
The Fed Holds Firm
The Federal Reserve Bank's Open Market Committee left the target federal funds rate at 5.25 percent this afternoon. "Recent indicators have sugges... Read more
Taxing the Private Equity Boom
Thanks to a booming private equity market, it's still a great time to raise capital for your business. But what's been overlooked in the wave of deals, fu... Read more
America's Fastest-growing Private Companies
By now, you are familiar with the backbone metaphor. As in: "Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. We must do everything we can'¦to make sure... Read more
Senate Mulls Tax Break for Company Cars
New legislation would give businesses deductions on hybrids and other eco-friendly vehicles. Read more
Gulf Coast Companies Receive Tax Break
Small businesses can now receive tax credits for hiring workers affected by Hurricane Katrina. Read more
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