I don’t know about you, but paper represents a major problem for me at home and in the office. How long should I keep records of purchases like appliances, real estate, or assets used in a business? Should I keep copies of bills and invoices? Discarding records that should be kept poses a wide range…
Read MoreWith the end of the year approaching, your business should have a plan in place for a crucial step: W-2 filing. W-2 filing directly affects your employees-timeliness and accuracy are vital. What is a W-2? Also referred to as the Wage and Tax Statement, this form reports an employee’s annual wages and taxes withheld during a…
Read MoreDeciding to onboard a freelancer, also known as an independent contractor, requires understanding the tax and financial implications. Following are some considerations as you determine what works best for your business. What to expect when you hire an employee (W-2) You will be responsible for withholding taxes from the employee’s paychecks: Federal and State income…
Read MoreOvertime rules under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) can be confusing, but business owners need to know the provisions. Following are some provisions to be aware of. There’s no limit on the number of hours employees age 16 and older may work in any workweek. The FLSA doesn’t require overtime pay for work on…
Read MoreAmid the backdrop of market realignment, higher interest rates, and shifting workplace habits, investors remain cautiously optimistic about their real estate allocations heading into 2024. After an overall slower acquisition pace in 2023, market uncertainties prompted investors to adopt a wait-and-see approach, hoping for property values and interest rates to reconcile. However, for those looking…
Read MoreMany property owners in Arizona offer short-term residential rentals–lodging rental stays for less than 30 days—especially in the winter. Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds property owners that the income from short-term rental stays is subject to Arizona transaction privilege tax (TPT). From ADOR: “If a property owner is only renting their residence for an…
Read MoreThe Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR) will be issuing a one-time individual income tax general welfare rebate, entitled the Arizona Families Tax Rebate to Arizona taxpayers who meet the following requirements: filed a full-year resident tax return for tax year 2021 and claimed a dependent tax credit on the tax return…
Read MoreJust a few years ago, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 greatly changed existing tax laws that affect homeowners. How your personal tax bill has been affected by the changes in the law depends on your income, where you live, how much you spent (or plan to spend) on a home, and…
Read MoreThe Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 has altered the requirements for the clean vehicle tax credit, particularly for electric vehicles, including fuel cell vehicles. The credit is available for eligible commercial clean vehicles in addition to vehicles that were previously owned. So, what is the clean vehicle tax credit? For starters, the tax credit can…
Read MoreWhether you want to hire a top-level executive or professional staff, R&A is able to handle all aspects of the hiring process for you. We offer a variety of talent acquisition services which can be tailored to your needs. Consultation on best hiring and interview practices Planning meeting with stakeholders to discuss hiring goals and…
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