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12/16/2009

Review of J.K. Lasser's Taxes Made Easy for Your Home Based Business, 5th Edition (Paperback)

This book, without any doubt, is the best starting point around for those of us who are starting a home-based business. However, words of warning:
-This is a reference. Do not assume you know all there is to know to your particular situation only by reading it. There is no good substitute for an accountant to help you with your business taxes, if not on an on-going basis, at least in order to get you going the first time you do your biz taxes.
-Watch for past editions. I ran into the 4th edition, and given changes in tax legislation, it is unwise to base any decisions on outdated (tax) information. Make sure you always read the latest edition of this book.

This said, I highly recommend this book for any business owner starting his/her business from home. It will give you a very good perspective on what to expect, what things you can change/improve to take full (and legal) advantage of the benefits the tax legislation offers to small business owners.

Product Description

  • Completely updated for all the new tax laws
  • Capitalize on every deduction!
  • Sole proprietor, corporation, or partnership?

The Ultimate Guide to Running a Tax-Efficient Home-Based Business

The advantages of operating a home-based business are countless, but what many owners don't realize, and are often not prepared to handle, are the host of complex tax issues surrounding a home-based business. The completely updated Fifth

Edition of J.K. Lasser's Taxes Made Easy for Your Home-Based Business clarifies the current tax environment with regard to home-based businesses, and shows you how to make the most of the new tax laws.

This perennial guide answers home-based business owners' questions, with a special focus on the changing tax laws and deductions for the home office. Expert advice and in-depth insights will help you avoid costly mistakes and take advantage of opportunities you would otherwise miss.

Critical coverage will help you:

  • Navigate the details of the new tax laws and IRS rules
  • Increase your knowledge of deductible expenses
  • Keep your records up to IRS standards
  • Organize and run a home-based business for maximum tax benefits
  • Make filing easy by utilizing sample tax forms


From the Back Cover
  • Completely updated for all the new tax laws
  • Capitalize on every deduction!
  • Sole proprietor, corporation, or partnership?

The Ultimate Guide to Running a Tax-Efficient Home-Based Business

The advantages of operating a home-based business are countless, but what many owners don't realize, and are often not prepared to handle, are the host of complex tax issues surrounding a home-based business. The completely updated Fifth

Edition of J.K. Lasser's Taxes Made Easy for Your Home-Based Business clarifies the current tax environment with regard to home-based businesses, and shows you how to make the most of the new tax laws.

This perennial guide answers home-based business owners' questions, with a special focus on the changing tax laws and deductions for the home office. Expert advice and in-depth insights will help you avoid costly mistakes and take advantage of opportunities you would otherwise miss.

Critical coverage will help you:

  • Navigate the details of the new tax laws and IRS rules
  • Increase your knowledge of deductible expenses
  • Keep your records up to IRS standards
  • Organize and run a home-based business for maximum tax benefits
  • Make filing easy by utilizing sample tax forms




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9/12/2009

Review of How to Open & Operate a Financially Successful Redesign, Redecorating, & Home Staging Business: With Companion Cd-rom (Paperback)

This book was the most disappointing of any self help how to book I have ever purchased.I anticipated as advertised, forms to be used in the business.Yes, there are some forms, but not one was anything more than a first grader would have been able to produce in a Word document.What's your name, address, etc.I would have expected detailed information and ideas related to a good contract to protect both yourself and your client when you entered into an agreement to handle work for your client. And for supplies to start up your business, who doesn't know you need a pen or pencil,a pair of scissors, etc.The entire text of the book was at elementary level and the content of forms, etc. was the same.

Product Description
Are you planning to become part of this redesign or real estate staging network? During this time of phenomenal growth, these businesses may be worth your investigation. If you can answer yes to the following questions, then the redesign or home staging business may be just right for you. Do you love decorating your home? Are you addicted to home decorating shows and magazines? Do you know exactly what someone should do to sell their home fast? Are you constantly moving your furniture around? Do you find yourself decorating for your friends and family for free? Do you have a flair for decorating? Keep in mind, however, that Redesign and Real Estate Staging are more than just having the talent and skills to do the job. The business of the business is the part that can be tricky. Readers of this book will fall into one of the following categories: Those With a Second Career: You already have a successful career and are looking for something new. In fact, the design field may be totally unrelated to anything you have ever done before Those Wishing To Be Their Own Boss: You want to have more control over your day and how it goes. Being your own boss allows you to be flexible. Those That Are Business Beginners: You have started your own business, and are finding that the small business tools that are available just do not apply to the design industry. Those That Want To Grow Their Design Business: You already are fully engaged in your own design business and need sound marketing principles to grow your business further. Those That Are Curious: You just want to know what the design industry is all about and find out if you can develop your passion into a thriving business. No matter which description fits you, this book will be instrumental in your success of the business side of redesigning and home staging.

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