America is, after all, the country of entrepreneurs. This is why, according to the Small Business Administration, 99.7 percent of all U. S businesses are smaller-sized. Starting a small business, however, is not for the faint of heart. It is difficult, a lot of work, and very demanding. The best course of action then is […]
Tax season is upon us once again. Many dread this time of the year for a handful of reasons, while others look forward to receiving their tax returns. No matter where you stand on taxes, it’s always useful to get a helping hand. If you’re in the El Paso area, Clifford, Ross, Raudenbush & Cooper, […]
Right now is the time to take down Christmas decorations and to get back in the groove of things. Once the month of January comes to a close, employers all across the United States would’ve sent out the W-2s to their employees, thus heralding the upcoming tax season. Perhaps you haven’t thought about tax season […]
For years we have dedicated our business to working and helping with small businesses. We advise them on how to increase profits, improve returns, save money, keep their books, tax planning and preparation, and much more. Part of the reason why we do this is because we believe in the power of small businesses and […]
With all the hype of the Powerball and Mega Millions that just passed, it’s always fun to imagine what we would do with all that money. Some popular ideas include travel, luxury cars, shopping, charity—the list is endless. However, the first thing anyone should do is immediately look into financial estate planning. The truth is, […]
For years, people have migrated from the Saturday morning garage sales and newspaper classifieds to the world of online selling. Sites like eBay, Amazon, and Craigslist have made it easier for individuals to sell products. In fact, many people have made this their main source of income. Although it may seem like an incredibly simple […]
“Adulting,” is a term used by millennials when they partake in “grown-up” behavior such as getting married, buying a car, or working a full-time job. For many millennials, the highest degree of adulting comes around during tax season. Filing one’s taxes can be seen as the epitome of adulthood. For many millennials, this yearly event […]
In addition to the many things business owners must consider when starting and running a business—from structuring to incorporation to taxes and audits— guarding against fraud is one not as commonly discussed, but just as important. Clifford, Ross, Raudenbush, & Cooper offer fraud examination services to help your business prevent, find, and investigate possible fraud […]
CPA firms can provide a variety of services to individuals and small business owners alike. Whether you’re an individual who needs assistance planning for retirement or a small-business owner who requires accounting services, a CPA firm can help. Clifford, Ross, Raudenbush & Cooper, LLC can suit the needs of people in the Southwest area. How […]
The IRS uses a computer program called the Discriminant Function System (DIF). The system analyzes returns and flags them for outside statistical norms. When a tax return receives a high DIF score, an IRS agent reviews the file to determine if it should undergo an audit. While you should always file your business taxes accordingly […]
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