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Marketing and Advertising

“Accountants suck at marketing for the same reason that makes them great accountants: They’re highly rational people” -Blake Oliver This is true, I can attest to this as a CPA running his own business.  I am much more comfortable talking to a client about their long...

States and W-2’s data

While some states taxing authorities are urging the IRS to pick up the pace on giving them W-2 data.  Others like Illinois are requiring that the data be entered on the My Tax Illinois website. Employers are required to file W-2s with the Social Security...

Customer Service

We recently picked up some work from a new client.  They needed some assistance with their Chicago Use Taxes. When questioned why they sought us out, we were informed that their CPA was not interested in assisting them with the issue.  They had been unwilling to...

Independent Contractor

This tax season we picked up a new tax client. This person is apparently an independent contractor. Based upon the facts of the case, I disagree.  I believe this person to be an employee and that his employer has him paid as an independent contract to save on the...

Getting started

You have decided upon your entity type and have done your initial analysis, you are now ready to get started with your business.  You have your product or service and can now jump in and get started. Whether you are full time or part time you will need to know where...

Initial Analysis

So you have decided to start that business and are anxious to get moving.  Now is the time for your initial analysis of your proposed business.  We will assume that you have decided on an entity type and have done all the steps required to get you in good standing...

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