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How to Maximize the Value of Your Business

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Many small business owners wait too long to prepare their business for sale and consequently leave money on the table when selling.  Some owners never plan to sell and others simply get caught off guard by an unexpected illness or unfortunate event.  It is best to start preparing your business for sale as soon as possible.  Here are several tips to help you increase the value of your business over the next year or two.

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IRS Audit Red Flags

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Many clients are concerned about “red flags” that can trigger an IRS audit.  Since the IRS audits less than one percent of all individual tax returns annually, the odds are pretty low that your return will be chosen for review.  I believe that you should take every legitimate deduction that is available to you, so I am not suggesting that you pay more in taxes than you should just to avoid the small risk of a potential audit.  That being said, the presence of the following factors in your return increases the chances that the IRS will come calling.

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Entity Selection

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I am often asked by entrepreneurs if they should set up a separate entity for their small business. For many people, operating as a sole proprietor is sufficient. If you are doing a little work on the side and you are not in a risky industry, there is often no reason to set up a separate entity.Continue Reading: Entity Selection

Year-End Tax Opportunities

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With the end of the year quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to look for ways to reduce your 2013 tax burden. Several popular tax breaks are currently slated to expire on December 31. Continue Reading: Year-End Tax Opportunities