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4 Things You Should Do Before Filing Your Taxes

January 31, 2019
Taxes

The tax filing deadlines are approaching for every business to file their taxes. There are several ways to file depending on the type of business. Whether you are a sole proprietor or an LLC, your taxes need to be done on time, or you need to have filed for an extension. Preparing for this task is difficult if you do not know what to prepare. That's why hiring business tax services can help tremendously. Here are a few other steps to help you prepare your taxes faster.

Collect Your Records

Hopefully, you have records. The IRS wants to know everything about your money and what you spent it on. Receipts, invoices, checks - any record of money exchange should be kept for tax season. It is extremely beneficial to have a filing system in place for all this paper. Don’t want to store paper? Digital copies work just as well. The important thing is to have a record of all earnings and expenses.

Find the Right Form

There are countless IRS tax forms. Your business type will determine the correct form to use. A Schedule C attachment allows sole proprietors and LLCs to report their income and expenses. However, corporations must always use a separate corporate tax return on Form 1120. Getting help from a professional who provides business tax services will remove the confusion regarding which form is right for you.

Your Sole Proprietorship Could Put Your Family At Risk!

If you have what is called a "naked" sole proprietorship, you may be putting your assets and family in danger.
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Fill Out Your Form

Actually filling out your tax forms can be a daunting task. Nothing is quite as frustrating as receiving a notice to resubmit your taxes due to an error or using the wrong form. If you are filing your own taxes and get confused, contact a professional. Halon Tax business tax services can help you fill out your form. We'll make sure that everything is filled out correctly and that you're getting the most out of your deductions.

Plan Ahead

Tax deadlines are approaching quickly. Make sure to leave yourself enough time to do your taxes meticulously. Waiting until the last minute causes unnecessary stress and increases the likelihood of making mistakes. Make sure you are double-checking your work and not leaving yourself vulnerable to audits.

Taking chances is fine for some things, but ill-advised for others. Your taxes should be taken seriously. If you're having trouble making sense of your taxes, a professional tax preparation expert can help. The Halon Tax process is simple, easy, and fast. Our qualified professionals will help you prepare your business taxes efficiently and accurately. We specialize in finding missing deductions and maximizing your refund. If you would like to learn more about Halon Tax and our business tax services, call today and schedule an appointment.

Christopher Ragain, CPA

Christopher Ragain, CPA is the founder of Halon Tax and one of the industries top authorities on micro-business taxation and tax planning.

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