J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2012 - Your Complete Guide to Everything Deductible

Owning a small business is a big responsibility. While all small business ownersseek to improve their bottom line, few realize all the ways that both current and newtax laws can help them do so. With J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes 2013,you'll quickly discover how. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, thisreliable resource offers a complete overview of small business tax planning andprovides you with the information needed to make tax-smart decisions throughout theyear.

Focusing on strategies that help you use deductions and tax credits effectively,shield business income, and maximize other aspects of small business taxes, thispractical guide will show you how your actions in business today can affect yourbottom line from a tax perspective tomorrow.

• Includes detailed coverage of the newest tax laws and IRS rules
• Shares ideas that can help you run a tax-smart business all year long and planyour exit strategy
• Contains comprehensive information on each deductible expense, including dollarlimits and record-keeping requirements
• Offers clear instructions on where to report income and claim deductions on yourtax forms
• Includes a free online supplement at JKLasser.com, which containsup-to-the-minute tax law changes
• Other titles by Barbara Weltman: J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions & Tax Breaks2013

Things have changed radically in the world of housing, education, employment, health care, and other areas where a firm understanding of taxes can benefit you financially. While these changes can, and will, have a dramatic effect on taxpayers, all is not lost. J.K. Lasser provides the tips and tools needed to gain a better grip of what is going on to help you save money on your 2010 return and to plan ahead for future tax savings.

Written by the recognized authority in taxes, J.K. Lasser's New Tax Law Simplified 2011 transforms the complex new tax laws into simple English that any taxpayer can understand. Filled with up-to-the-minute facts and figures, this book makes it easier for you to learn about-and profit from-the laws that govern your taxes. The book also looks ahead to changes for 2011 that can affect tax planning now.

• Outlines various tax relief strategies
• Filled with numerous examples and tables
• Helps you understand and utilize the new tax programs and regulations that have been passed
• Other titles by Weltman: J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes 2011 and J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions & Tax Breaks 2011

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