01/24/2024
Attention Business Owners... (this includes owners of LLCs)
There is a new requirement by FinCen to file a Beneficial Owners Report.
You: "Sounds boring"
Me: "Yep, this is for informational purposes only"
You: "Then why do I have to do it"
Me: "Penalties start at $500 per day and can go up to $10,000"
You: "Oh !@$ #, fine, I'll do it."
I promise I don't torture our clients unless needed.
Who: Pretty much if you registered your business with a State or Government agency - then you need to do this! This includes LLCs.
How: When you go to finalize your return with us, we are giving you instructions on how to do it on your own. It's easy that most people can do it!!! *** I'm not trying to charge clients for this as it should be free... but if you need our assistance beyond the instruction sheet then it will be at our hourly rate and after tax season.***
When: Businesses existing before 1/1/2024 are due by JANUARY 1ST, 2025 (Next Year - but don't forget!). Businesses registering on or after 1/1/2024 then you only have 90 days.
Who: Beneficial Owners. This means if you own, or have control of, a business then you need to file. You will need your driver's license to upload.
If you don't want to wait for the instruction sheet, then head over to FinCen.gov and file the BOI report electronically!
WASHINGTON—Today, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) published its first set of guidance materials to aid the public, and in particular the small business community, in understanding upcoming beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements taking effect on January 1, 2...