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How an Internal Audit Helps Your Greater Seattle Business with the IRS
I made it to the dentist the other day. They asked me if I had been flossing, as usual, and, as usual, I smiled and nodded. Right.Do you make it to the dentist twice a year? I mean, I know we’re all supposed to get our teeth cleaned and checked that often, but do...
Christopher Chapman’s Debt Repayment Strategies for a Freer Future
Debt freedom is something anyone with a big mountain of debt dreams of. Making that last payment on something that’s been hanging around your neck for years is a life-changer.It’s why it’s so easy to relate to those families on the Dave Ramsey show who shout, “We’re...
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Considerations for Greater Seattle Business Owners
The last time you heard from me, I spoke about this:No, not The Office episode where Michael Scott shouts his financial intentions to his employees (a classic, for sure). I talked about Chapter 11 bankruptcy as a possible fresh start when you’re facing heavy debt...
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy: A Fresh Start Option for Greater Seattle Business Owners
No one ever really anticipates getting mired in debt in their business. Whether through outside circumstances or business decisions that didn't quite work out, it happens.Lots of Greater Seattle business owners find themselves in a difficult place right now trying to...
Back to Basics with Your Greater Seattle Small Business Taxes
Starting a business is an exciting (and scary) step. Initially, you were equipped with a vision, some basic business know-how, and a plan. You also likely understood that you had tax obligations (you’re a taxpayer after all). However… having a general idea...
How Innocent Spouse Relief Could Help Some Greater Seattle Filers
Wedding bells might be chiming for some Greater Seattle people as we head into warmer weather, but for others, the thud of a gavel signals the end of a happily-ever-after.As if a separation or divorce isn’t enough of a punch in the gut for you, it can be further...
Chapman Tax and Accounting on Removing a Tax Lien from Your Credit Report
Debt is such a dream killer.It has a way of strangleholding your best-laid plans and keeping you from things like……buying a house…taking a vacation…making a career change…building a good retirement…starting a businessThe list could go on.A particularly difficult kind...
Greater Seattle Businesses: Avoiding the Employee Retention Credit Cons
Seen any ads lately about how your Greater Seattle business can still claim the Employee Retention Credit (ERC)? There are a lot of false claims out there saying you could receive thousands in government money to help your business. Naturally, in an economic crisis,...
The Scoop on Property Seizure for Greater Seattle Taxpayers
Everyone can agree that the solid bedrock of any relationship is communication.And, as any couple knows, failing to communicate means backlash and a heap of relationship issues. Non-communication elicits drastic responses. I’m not just referring to your...