If you are deducting business expenses it is same whether they are on credit or cash or check. Deduct them with written records of who, what, when, where and why, the same as any other business expense. There must be a valid business reason for the expense. If you charge it in 2008 and don't pay until 2009, it goes in 2008. - HR Block preparer
Presuming it is a deductible expense, they are reportable when paid by the credit card, or any other method.
I own a marketing company and gave away a couple of videos to promote my new business. Can I deduct what I would have charged for those videos?
you meant you want to buy an eqipment in 2009 but want to deduct as 2010 expense Is that workable in tax laws How to go about doing it
You would not be able to justify a deduction that was not an expense for your business. Without more information this is the best answer I can give you.
If you are filing a 1099, the best thing you can do is keep thorough track of all your business expenses. There are many cases in which a business owner or independent freelancer will be able to deduct certain business expenses from personal income. If you do not take the time to keep track of business expenses, then you may end up paying unnecessary funds toward these expenses in filing your taxes. A typical expense that business owners are able to deduct from income is a laptop computer. It is definitely worthwhile to figure out which expenses you can deduct from your income.
No, credit card interest cannot be deducted as a business expense.
Yes, you can generally deduct the cost of software as a business expense on your taxes, as long as it is used for your business and not for personal use.
Not likely.
To deduct rent as a business expense on your taxes, you need to ensure that the rent is for a property used for business purposes. Keep records of your rental payments and include the amount on your tax return as a business expense. Be sure to consult with a tax professional for specific guidance on deducting rent for your business.
Are you a blogger at home? Do you run a hair business at home? Whatever the case, you may be able to deduct the expense of a laptop computer for your personal business. Do not forget to deduct the expense of a laptop computer when filing your taxes. A laptop computer can offer a great opportunity for potential savings on your taxes. Bloggers are able to deduct the expense of a laptop, because a majority of their income comes from their creating blog posts through a laptop computer. A hair stylist may also deduct the expense of a laptop computer if she uses it so make hair appointments.
Presuming it is a deductible expense, they are reportable when paid by the credit card, or any other method.
Yes, gift cards given to clients can typically be deducted as a business expense, as long as they are considered ordinary and necessary for your business.
I own a marketing company and gave away a couple of videos to promote my new business. Can I deduct what I would have charged for those videos?
you meant you want to buy an eqipment in 2009 but want to deduct as 2010 expense Is that workable in tax laws How to go about doing it
Yes, self-employed individuals can deduct health insurance premiums on Schedule C as a business expense.
Yes, self-employed individuals can deduct health insurance premiums on Schedule C as a business expense.
Yes, self-employed individuals can deduct health insurance expenses on their taxes as a business expense.