Startup Businesses: Expenses
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Many startup businesses can deduct expenses that were necessary for the business coming to life.

Last time we talked about all the tax needs a startup business will need, but let’s talk about business expenses.

Things like a home office for remote work, utilities like internet or electricity for a building, supplies like office supplies, cleaning supplies, or whatever is necessary for the industry your startup is in. If you’re driving around solely for the new business, you can deduct mileage. Once again, the paperwork is going to be your best friend and help us validate the deductions. 

There are many tax breaks for new businesses, but not everyone may get those breaks. We can help you access and learn what tax breaks you might qualify for and how those may best serve your new adventure.

The basics categories for write-offs include creating the business, launching it, and forming it. Write-offs for creating the business may include research, traveling, etc. Write-offs for launching the business once it’s created may include employment needs like hiring fairs, staffing, training, and improvement, etc. Forming write-offs may include paperwork and legal fees, state and federal fees, etc. However, nothing can be written off unless there is a paper trail to prove where the expenses came from and how they were used. 

Starting your own business may seem intimidating and a bit overwhelming. If you plan and organize everything from the start, your taxes can be easy. We can help consult and finalize your taxes without much stress for you and your new adventure. The American dream is within us all, and we’re eager to help you achieve it!

Have any questions, give us a call here at Metro Tax & Financial Services.
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