Selected Business Expenses ON DEMAND
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2.0 Credits
Member Price $58.00
Non-Member Price $67.00
Overview
Business expenses are the costs of carrying on a trade or business, and they are usually deductible if the business is operated to make a profit. This mini-course reviews various expenses that businesses may deduct and the requirements that must be met for those expenses to qualify for deduction. Furthermore, practitioners can use this as a guide to determine which of their clients’ taxes are deductible as business expenses.
Highlights
Selected Business Expenses. Section 162. Rent Expenses. Deductible Taxes. Amortization. Depreciation.
Prerequisites
None.
Designed For
CPAs, financial professionals, enrolled agents and attorneys.
Objectives
Cite the elements of Section 162 and the limitations imposed by the not-for-profit provisions stating how these elements and restrictions impact business deductions such as cost of goods sold, leases, taxes, loan points, and interest expense. Determine the corporate dividends received deduction, identify the cost allocation on the business use of a residence and specify casualties, thefts, and research costs in the context of business deductions under Section 162. Recognize methods of amortization for business startup, organizational costs, and Section 179 intangibles with the cost depletion methods used on natural resources. Identify depreciation rules related to ACRS and MACRS, and cite the elements of the business bad debt provisions under Section 166.
Preparation
None.
Notice
None.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Danny Santucci, Western CPE
Danny Santucci, BA, JD, is a prolific author of tax and financial books and articles. His legal career started with the business and litigation firm of Edwards, Edwards, and Ashton. Later he joined the Century City entertainment firm of Bushkin, Gaims, Gaines, and Jonas working for many well-known celebrities. In 1980, Danny established the law firm of Santucci, Potter, and Leanders in Irvine, California. With increasing lecture and writing commitments, Danny went into sole practice in 1995. His practice emphasizes business taxation, real estate law, and estate planning. Speaking to more than 100 groups nationally each year, he is known for spicing up his extensive expertise with an incredible sense of humor.
Non-Member Price $67.00
Member Price $58.00