As Californians rise from the aftermath of the floods, a silver lining emerges in the form of extended Individual Retirement Account (IRA) contribution deadlines. This unique opportunity not only allows Californians to bolster their retirement savings but also serves as an excellent strategy for tax minimization. At Logica Accounting Services, we are here to guide you through these adjustments and help you maximize your financial well-being.
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Navigating IRA Contributions for Tax Minimization: Key Reminders for Californians
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Unpacking the Emergency Tax Relief Act: A Lifeline for Californians Post-Disaster
In the wake of the devastating winter storms and subsequent floods that hit California earlier this year, the Federal and State governments have stepped in to provide some much-needed respite to the affected residents. The introduction of the Emergency Tax Relief Act extends the tax filing deadline, offering Californians additional time to organize their finances amid the recovery period. Logica Accounting Services has pieced together a guide to help you understand the nuances of this Act and its implications for you or your business.
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Business travel expenses: what counts and what don't: TAX Deductible VS Non-Deductible Items
As a freelancer, small business owner, or independent contractor, you may have a tendency to travel long distances for meetings or other business-related trips. Luckily for you, many business trips are easily tax deductible, though there are rules and regulations involved, of course. The IRS states that, for a trip to be travel expense deductible, it must be business related, common in your industry, and at least 100 miles away from the city in which you usually file your taxes. With that noted, there’s also rules on what could be considered a business expense under these circumstances.
As experts in the field, we at Logica Accounting Services want to help you understand what can and what can’t be deducted as business travel expense.
As for expenses you can write off, there’s no shortage of things to mention. The rule of thumb to go by is, if it’s necessary for you to get your job done, it probably counts as a business expense. Big or small, there’s a lot of bills that come with the territory for traveling for work. Here’s a few to keep in mind:
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