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Can sole proprietors deduct startup costs?

Yes, you may be able to deduct your startup business expenses even though you didn’t earn any income. The deduction is reported on Form Schedule C of your...

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What form do you fill out for tax-exempt status?

IRS Form 1023 To apply for tax-exempt status, you must complete IRS Form 1023, Application for Recognition of Exemption Under Section 501(c)(3) of the Int...

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Where can I find New York state government payrolls?

The Payrolls section provides a database of names, positions, salaries and/or total earnings for individuals who have been employed by New York State, New...

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What government agencies and organizations are involved in addressing Covid 19?

National Government Agencies (NGAs) Bureau of Customs (BOC) Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Department of Education (DEPED) Department of Foreig...

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Can you live in New York on 50K?

50K would be around 3K/month after taxes. Of course you can live on that, but you’ll have to restrict expenses. When I just came to New York, I lived at m...

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Is it better to file single or divorced?

Divorced or separated taxpayers who qualify should file as a head of household instead of single because this status has several advantages: there’s a low...

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How much money can be legally given to a family member as a gift in 2019?

Both a single person and a couple has a gifting free area of $10,000 per financial year, limited to $30,000 per 5 financial years. If the total of gifts m...

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Do pastors have to get paid?

Most pastors are paid an annual salary by their church. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2016 the average salary was $45,740 annually, or $...

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Can an unmarried couple have a joint bank account?

Joint Bank Accounts You should have no problem opening a joint checking or banking account under both your names. Many unmarried couples have peacefully m...

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How do you describe a real estate service?

Real Estate Services means providing a service with respect to the purchase, sale, lease, rental, or appraisal of real property. Does real estate help peo...

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