Derek Silveira, CPA, PC

09/27/2013

09/18/2013

09/13/2013

IRS is making it easier to set up a charity...we hope.

09/11/2013

08/29/2013

Six common practices give employers a false sense of security when they misclassify their employees as independent contractors. Knowing these myths -- and what the Internal Revenue Service is really looking for -- can help practitioners keep their clients out of trouble.

08/22/2013

08/19/2013

The IRS wants to help you understand your taxes.

If you’re a student or teacher, the summer months may be a nice break from class, but they’re also a good time to learn something new. A quick and simple way to learn about taxes is by using the IRS Understanding Taxes program. The program is a free online tool designed in partnership with teachers…

05/29/2013

Home office deduction - simplified!
http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Simplified-Option-for-Home-Office-Deduction

Beginning in tax year 2013 (returns filed in 2014), taxpayers may use a simplified option when figuring the deduction for business use of their home.

03/05/2013

The hold up is over - time to start filing!

The Internal Revenue Service announced on Monday that after its experience with accepting stockpiled returns on Sunday, it is now accepting all 29 forms that had been delayed because of changes required by the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012. Delayed forms included those to claim the general bu...

02/27/2013

In case you were looking to move; here is a list of US cities and how they rank by what you would pay in taxes.

02/21/2013

Considerations when thinking about doing business internationally

Broadening a customer base to other countries has the potential to boost sales, attract talented employees, and keep emerging competitors in check, but getting into new markets also poses challenges and risks. CPAs and advisers with international experience show how small and medium-size companies c...