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The only book on tax deductions specifically for residential landlords!Named a "Top 10 Real Estate Book" by Robert Bruss, syndicated real estate columnistIf you own rental property, you should be taking advantage of the many tax write-offs available. Every Landlord's Tax Deduction Guide gives residential landlords the plain-English guide they need to save money on taxes -- without the services of a pricey accounting firm.This book explains how to maximize your deductions without drawing the ire of the IRS. Find out how to: fill out IRS Schedule E take real estate tax credits figure out if an expense is a repair (deductible) or an improvement (depreciable) maximize your depreciation deductions deduct losses arising from real estate ownership keep proper tax records deduct home office, travel, and casualty losses Every Landlord's Tax Deduction Guide is comprehensive yet easy to read and provides interesting real-world examples. This edition is completely updated for 2011 returns and reflects the latest tax information and numbers.

Keep your hard-earned money in your home business!Completely updated for 2011 returns!Tax deductions are essential to any business, but even more so when your office is also your home. Don't spend thousands on an accountant -- turn to Home Business Tax Deductions and do it yourself! Organized into categories of commonly-used deductions, Home Business Tax Deductions will help you write off:- your home office - start-up and operating expenses - vehicles,meals, entertainment, and travel - health insurance and medical bills - inventory - equipmentThe 8th edition of Home Business Tax Deductions is completely updated with all the latest tax information, eligibility requirements, and deductions for 2011 returns, including up-to-date information on how the latest laws could affect your home business.

Product Description: Business tax deductions, from start-up to success -- learn how to Deduct It!Completely updated for 2012 returns!Understanding tax deductions is one of the keys to start-up success. Learn how to make more money for your small business by paying the IRS less -- let Deduct It! show you how to quickly maximize the business deductions you're legally entitled to...read more

Product Description: Raise money for your nonprofit without IRS trouble!Your nonprofit needs financial support, which means that you're most likely dependent on the kindness of donors to fill your coffers. If your nonprofit plans to solicit funds from out-of-state donors by phone, letter, email, on the web, or in any other manner, it's essential to fill out IRS Form 990 so that your organization stays legal...read more

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Product Description: Tax rules for your nonprofit -- stay legal and keep the IRS off your backYour nonprofit enjoys special privileges not available to other organizations -- but they come at a price. Nonprofits must comply with rules and regulations that don't apply to for-profit ventures...read more

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Product Description: Hiring an independent contractor can incur the wrath of the IRS if employers aren't careful. Fortunately, with this book, employers have all the information they need to: assess who qualifies as an independent contractor, hire ICs without risking an audit, retain ownership of intellectual property when using ICs, handle an IRS audit, take advantage of the IRS' "Safe Harbor" la...read more

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Product Description: The Work From Home Handbook is a lifesaving resource for anyone with a horrendous commute, anyone who wishes for a flexible schedule or more time with familyanyone who dreams of going to work in pajamas

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Details legal steps needed to secure contracts and document projects with tips on getting an agreement in writing, avoiding disputes, and drumming up new business.

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