It’s Back in the News, But It Never Really Went Away

Earlier this year, the New York Division of Tax Appeals issued a
decision holding the vice president of a telecommunications and
marketing company liable for the business’ $47,000 in unpaid sales
tax. In making the determination, the administrative law judge relied on
the fact that the individual in question owned 20% of the company,
devoted 100% of his time to the business and signed financial documents
for the business.

New York Division of Tax Appeals

This article discusses how a state can hold an individual responsible for an entity’s tax liability and who needs to be aware of this exposure.

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Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Offers Favorable Tax Breaks for Businesses

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which was signed into law on December 22, contains a treasure trove of tax breaks for businesses. Overall, most companies and business owners will come out ahead under the new tax law, but there are a number of tax breaks that were eliminated or reduced to make room for other beneficial revisions. Here are the most important changes in the new law that will affect businesses and their owners.

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