“In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes” – Benjamin Franklin
How often have you seen this quote? It sure seems to be true. Tax season is now in full swing and whether you are a sole proprietor, partnership, corporation, or LLC, you are probably in the middle of the annual tax return preparation process. As usual, there are always last minute end of the year updates your small business should be aware of.
- Many business tax breaks were extended at the end of 2014. Section 179 expensing limits were extended
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again to $500,000. This allows businesses to deduct the cost of equipment and certain business assets placed in service before December 31st. The limit automatically goes down to $25,000 in 2015 unless another extension is granted by Congress.
- Bonus depreciation of 50% is allowed for 2014. This allows business to depreciate in the first year an additional 50 % of the cost of personal property and software purchased by December 31st. This expired on January 1st unless it is extended for another year. First year depreciation of autos and trucks has increased by $8,000 using the 50% bonus depreciation deduction.
- Retirement account contributions have increased for SEP-IRA & Solo 401k. You can now contribute up to $53,000 to them. Regular 401k accounts contribution amounts have risen to $18,000. The IRA amount has remained unchanged however at $5,500.
- The standard mileage rate has also increased to 57.5 cents a mile for business miles driven, up from 56 cents in 2014.
- This tax season could be challenging for landlords. There are complex new IRS repair regulations that just took effect and have to be used by all landlords. The IRS established detailed rules on whether an expense is a repair or improvement. It also establishes some new deductions for business property owners.
- The Affordable Care Act – The ACA continues to be an issue that many businesses have questions about. If your business is near the 50 employee limit, plan ahead and know what’s expected. Businesses that have more than 50 employees are required to offer health insurance. We can help you out with any of your ACA questions.
Be sure to talk to your accountant or tax advisor if you have questions about the above items. I’ll close with another interesting quote from Benjamin Franklin.
“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin
Preparation is always key with taxes and your HR health. For ideas on where you can get started, call us today 913.940.5391.