Corporations Partnerships International Businesses Small Businesses & Self Employed Businesses Topics Starting a Business Operating a Business Closing a Business Employer ID Numbers Small Business Events Employment Taxes Appeal a Tax Dispute Businesses Home Like Share Print Tax Information For Businesses Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center Access to tax information useful to small businesses with assets of $10 million or less. Large Business and International Tax Center This page provides links which are helpful for large to mid-size businesses with assets greater than $10 million Work Opportunity Tax Credit Extended Businesses, including tax-exempt employers, may qualify for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit for qualified veterans hired before January 1, 2014. Self-Employed Individuals Tax Center The basics on your tax responsibilities if you are self-employed or an independent contractor. Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit (section 48C) Notice 2013-12, issued February 7, 2013, announced the availability of $150,228,397 in section 48C tax credits in the Phase II allocation round in 2013. Application procedures are different than in the first allocation round. IRS Video Portal The IRS Video portal contains video and audio presentations on topics of interest to small businesses, individuals and tax professionals. You will find video clips of tax topics, and archived versions of live panel discussions and webinars. Affordable Care Act Tax Provisions The Act contains provisions effective now and more to be implemented in the future. Effect of Sequestration on the Alternative Minimum Tax Credit for Corporations The Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Reduction Act of 1985, as amended, requires certain spending cuts during Fiscal Year 2013 due to the sequester triggered earlier this year. Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit The Alternative Fuel Motor Vehicle Credit was enacted by the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and includes separate credits for four distinct categories of vehicles: Hybrid vehicles, Fuel Cell vehicles, Qualified Alternative Fuel Motor vehicles (QAFMV) and Advanced Lean Burn Technology vehicles. The amount of the potential credit varies by type of vehicle and which of the four credits applies. Coordinated Issue Papers - LB&I The IRS works to identify, coordinate, and resolve complex and significant industry wide issues by ensuring uniform application of the law through the issuance of coordinated issue papers. Although these papers are not official pronouncements on the issues, they do set forth the Services current thinking. HIRE Act: Questions and Answers for Employers General information about the provisions of the Hiring Individuals to Restore Employment Act. Employment Taxes Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare taxes, FUTA, self-employment tax and more. Disaster Assistance and Emergency Relief for Individuals and Businesses Special tax law provisions may help taxpayers and businesses recover financially from a disaster. Small Business Forms and Publications Download multiple small business and self-employed forms and publications. e-file for Large Business and International (LB&I) Certain large business and International (LB&I) corporations are required to electronically file their Forms 1120 and 1120S. Other corporations may do so voluntarily. This site provides e-file information for corporations that prepare and transmit their own electronic corporate income tax returns and those that use the services of third party tax professionals. Employer ID Numbers (EINs) Find out more on EINs or apply for one online. Employee Tool & Equipment Plans The Internal Revenue Service has established a compliance team to address the marketing and mistreatment of employee tool and equipment plans as tax-favored accountable plans. Deducting Business Expenses Find out what qualifies as a deductible business expense, including depreciation. IRS Tax Calendar for Businesses and Self-Employed The tax calendar is available for downloading and printing, or you can view it online. EFTPS: The Electronic Federal Tax Payment System Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS). Free from the US Treasury. Form 2290 e-file Approved 2290 e-file providers. U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad This section covers tax topics for U.S. citizens or resident aliens living overseas. HCTC: Information for Health Plan Administrators (HPAs) Health Plan Administrators are key to the success of the HCTC by providing health insurance to eligible individuals. Find information specific to health plan administrators here, including how to get involved and participate with the HCTC Program. Excise Tax Information about the various programs, databases, and activities within Excise Tax. Industry Issue Resolution Program The Industry Issue Resolution (IIR) Program resolves frequently disputed or burdensome tax issues. IRS solicits suggestions for issues for the program from taxpayers, representatives and associations. Estate and Gift Taxes General information on when these taxes apply and when they do not. Filing Past Due Tax Returns Understand how to file past due returns. Information Returns Processing The Information Reporting Program Website is designed to help you meet your Information Reporting Requirements. Included are help-line telephone numbers and direct links to aid you in reporting information returns. You will also find information about how to file returns electronically or magnetically. LB&I Directives LB&I Directives provide industry-related and administrative guidance to LB&I examiners to ensure consistent tax administration. The Directives do not establish Service position on legal issues and are not legal guidance. Online Ordering for Information Returns and Employer Returns Order information returns and employer returns online. Manufacturers Energy Efficient Appliance Credit Act Section 305 - Modifications of Energy Efficient Appliance Credit for Appliances Produced After 2007 Audit Techniques Guides (ATGs) These guides contain examination techniques to assist examiners in performing examinations. 1099-K Reporting Requirements for Payment Settlement Entities Describes responsibilities of 1099-K filers and provides links to forms and publications. Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicle Credit (IRC 30D) Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicle Credit (IRC 30D) - Internal Revenue Code Section 30D provides a credit for Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicles including passenger vehicles and light trucks. Your Guide to an IRS Small Business Audit Video series shows small business owners steps of an audit and answers questions about the process Income from Abroad is Taxable There have been recent reports about the interest of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in taxpayers with bank accounts in Liechtenstein. The IRS interest, however, extends beyond bank accounts in Liechtenstein to financial accounts anywhere in the world. The IRS reminds you to report your worldwide income on your U.S. tax return and lists the possible consequences of hiding income overseas. Quality Examination Process The Quality Examination Process (QEP) is a systematic approach for engaging and involving Large Business and International (LB&I) taxpayers in the tax examination process, from the earliest planning stages through resolution of all issues and completion of the case. Market Segment Understandings (MSU) The IRS and taxpayers in particular market segments, work together to improve tax compliance. Railroad Retirement Tax Act (RRTA) Desk Guide (January 2009) This Desk Reference Guide is intended as a resource tool to assist Revenue Agents who are assigned the examination of a railroad employer. The Guide was prepared presuming that the reader has already received employment tax training. Federal Payment Levy Program Certain federal payments (OPM, SSA, federal employee salaries, and federal employee travel) disbursed by the Department of the Treasury, Financial Management Service (FMS) may be subject to a 15 percent levy through the Federal Payment Levy Program (FPLP) to pay your delinquent tax debt. Find out your appeal rights and how to resolve any dispute. Research Credit Guidelines and audit technique guide are provided for field examiners on the examination of Research Credit cases. Tax Information for Plan Sponsor/Employer Find the resources you need as an employer sponsoring a retirement plan. The International Tax Gap Find resources on this page pertaining to the international tax gap — the difference between the amount of tax that taxpayers should pay and the amount that is paid voluntarily and on time. The tax gap can also be thought of as the sum of non-compliance with the tax law. Uncertain Tax Positions - Schedule UTP IRS finalized Schedule UTP & instructions for reporting uncertain tax positions by certain corporations. IRS Non-Retaliation Policy IRS has a zero-tolerance policy for retaliation and has had one in place since 1998. Page Last Reviewed or Updated: 15-Nov-2013
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