Tax Planning

Navigate a Smart and Successful Tax Season

In order to ensure a successful, stress-free tax season, it is important to plan ahead and organize your finances so nothing gets lost in translation when it comes time to file your return. Our team at Manay CPA has more than 20 years of experience in tax planning and preparation and can help you become more comfortable with managing and monitoring your money for tax purposes.

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How Manay CPA Can Help You

Year-End Document Preparation

We will help you gather all the necessary documents, financial statements, and other relevant information for your tax return based on your individual situation so you can take advantage of every possible opportunity to save money.

Personalized Planning

Our Certified Professional Accountants will tailor our services to your specific circumstances and individual financial goals, especially in relation to the constantly changing federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
Personalized Planning
Determination of Income and Deductions

Determination of Income and Deductions

Our team will assess your finances accordingly, including every type of earned income and expense, and determine all potential opportunities for tax deductions and tax credits.

Bookkeeping

When it comes time to prepare and file your tax return, you want your finances to be outlined and organized as clearly as possible. Our team offers customized bookkeeping solutions that align with your needs, ensuring accurate filings.
Bookkeeping

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FAQ

How can I choose the right business structure for tax purposes?

Whether you establish your business as a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company (LLC), corporation, or any other entity type, understanding the implications of each choice is essential. Our experts will help you assess your business needs and goals in relation to liability, taxation, and management in order to determine the best structure for your business that will minimize your overall tax liabilities. 

What are the tax implications of hiring employees?

As a one-person company, you were probably using your Social Security number as your tax ID. Now that you are an employer, you’ll need an Employer Identification Number (EIN), which is required on the W-4 Form you send to your employees on their first day of work. If you’re hiring an independent contractor, you instead send them a W-9, and you won’t be responsible for withholding and paying income taxes for that individual. For more information on the tax implications of hiring employees, read our blog post. 

Can I deduct business expenses from my taxes?

As a one-person company, you were probably using your Social Security number as your tax ID. Now that you are an employer, you’ll need an Employer Identification Number (EIN), which is required on the W-4 Form you send to your employees on their first day of work. If you’re hiring an independent contractor, you instead send them a W-9, and you won’t be responsible for withholding and paying income taxes for that individual. For more information on the tax implications of hiring employees, read our blog post. 

How can I track business income and expenses for tax filing?

Document everything! When it comes time to prepare and file your tax return, you want your finances to be outlined and organized as clearly as possible. Our team offers customized bookkeeping solutions that align with your needs, ensuring accurate filings.

What are the legal and ethical considerations of tax planning?

In order to avoid any run-ins with the IRS, make sure your tax planning and money management is in full legal compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws. If you hire a CPA or other tax professional, you are entrusting them with some of your most sensitive financial information. But you must paint the full financial picture for them and, in turn, the IRS. Even a small mistake or omission on your return can lead to processing delays, penalties, and in some cases, legal action. 

How can I plan for unexpected tax liabilities?

Throughout the year, keep detailed and organized financial records of all forms of income and all types of expenses. Consult with a tax professional for up-to-date knowledge of ever-changing tax laws in order to determine not only opportunities for tax deductions but also potential tax liabilities.

Learn More

  1. What is tax planning?

    Tax planning is the process of analyzing an individual’s financial situation in order to minimize the amount of taxes that individual owes to the IRS at the end of the tax year. 

  2. Why is tax planning important?

    Tax planning is important because it is an effort to reduce money owed and maximize money saved. 

  3. Who benefits from tax planning?

    Any individual or business that is required to file an end-of-year tax return can benefit from tax planning. 

  4. When should I start tax planning? The earlier, the better. Start planning well in advance so you can avoid potential mistakes caused by last-minute filing efforts. 
  5. How much can I save with tax planning?

    It depends on your specific financial situation, and the amount saved or owed can change year to year. To learn how much you can save this tax season, consult with a tax professional. 

  6. What are some common tax planning strategies for individuals?

    Common tax planning strategies include financial bookkeeping, separating personal and business finances from one another, and utilizing CPA-recommended tax preparation software. For more tax planning strategies for your financial situation, consult with a tax professional. 

  7. How do I claim tax deductions and credits?

    In order to claim tax deductions and credits, you’ll need detailed records of all potentially eligible expenses, including receipts, invoices, and mileage logs. You will eventually need to refer back to this information when completing your end-of-year tax return. 

  8. How do I plan for taxes on my retirement income?

    Unfortunately, your tax obligations don’t go away after you retire. Oftentimes, retirees will consider relocating to more tax-friendly states as some states do not tax Social Security and other income, and moves like this can help alleviate tax concerns and reduce potential tax liabilities. 

  9. What are some key tax planning strategies for businesses? Businesses can utilize tax planning strategies such as detailed bookkeeping and business incorporation. Keeping accurate financial records and expense logs will help you stay organized when you need to refer back to certain numbers on your tax return. Incorporating your business opens up opportunities for tax deductions and savings that may not be available to sole proprietors or partnerships. You could potentially reduce your tax bill and keep more of your hard-earned money. For more tax planning strategies for businesses, consult with a tax professional. 
  10. What are the most common tax mistakes people make?

    Unfortunately, even the most diligent taxpayers can make mistakes when preparing their returns, and even a small mistake can lead to penalties or delays in receiving a refund. Rushing to file your taxes as early as possible without first obtaining all the required tax documents can lead to errors that may delay refunds and cause other issues. Self-filing can naturally lead to human error, including mathematical errors and other incorrect calculations, which if caught can even cause the IRS to take legal action. To avoid the possibility of making mistakes while filing, it is advised that taxpayers either utilize a tax preparation software or work with a professional tax preparer.