What is Form 8903: Domestic Production Activities Deduction
Form 8903 is used to claim the Domestic Production Activities Deduction by small and large businesses. This deduction is intended to provide tax incentives for businesses that produce most of their goods or work in the United States rather than sending that work overseas. Read more…
What Is a Schedule C IRS form?
If you are self-employed, it's likely you need to fill out an IRS Schedule C to report how much money you made or lost in your business. Freelancers, contractors, side-giggers and small business owners typically attach this profit or loss schedule to their Form 1040 tax return when filing their taxes.
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What Is the IRS Form 941?
You must file IRS Form 941 if you operate a business and have employees working for you. Certain employers whose annual payroll tax and withholding liabilities are less than $1,000, might get approval to file the annual version—Form 944. Read more…
What Is the IRS Form 1099-MISC?
Form 1099-MISC reports payments other than nonemployee compensation made by a trade or business to others. This article answers the question, "What is the 1099-MISC form?" after the reintroduction of the 1099-NEC. Read more…
What is Schedule F: Profit or Loss from Farming
If you earn a living as a self-employed farmer, you may need to include a Schedule F attachment with your tax return to report your profit or loss for the year. The Internal Revenue Service defines “farmer” in a very broad sense—whether you grow crops, raise livestock, breed fish or operate a ranch. Read more…
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