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Dennis Jao, CPA, MBA
Brea California 92822
Dennis Jao, CPA, MBA is a full service Certified Public Accounting firm that specializes in helping small business owners—from determining and setting-up the best form of business entity for their situation to providing services for accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax planning and income tax preparation.
We partner with our clients and act as trusted and expert advisors to help them achieve their tax and financial goals and objectives. Our clients value our expert and up-to-date guidance and responsive customer service.
Other services include management consulting, training for QuickBooks and set-up, sales tax preparation, and financial and retirement planning.
Contact us today and learn more about our available services. Let our firm take care of handling your “books” so you can focus on growing your business!!!
Below is a list of the services we provide:
• Accounting
• Bookkeeping
• Payroll
• Tax planning
• Income tax preparation (business and personal)
• Management consulting
• Sales tax preparation
• Financial and retirement planning
Asset protection strategies are paramount considerations for wealth that are vulnerable to lawsuits, creditors, costly divorces, etc. We live in an increasingly controversial society...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/08/2022
Most people would never consider a big tax return a scam. It's better than paying a huge chunk of your money to the IRS, but some people may have downsides.Making smart decisions...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/30/2022
Heavy vehicle use tax, commonly referred to as Form 2290 road tax, is payable on all heavy-duty motor vehicles driven on public roads in the United States. It is also called the road...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/28/2022
Suppose you're in active service and receive pre-retirement payments; you can decide to rollover the amount into another retirement account. Or suppose you switch between jobs;...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/17/2022
Being self-employed comes with a lot of tax advantages. Aside from tax advantages, it enables you to work as much as you want, doing what you want and when you want. There's no...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/10/2022
When you get a Letter 4310C, it is an indication or warning that a scammer has breached your tax returns or that a scammer has attempted to impersonate your details to use your identity...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/30/2022
You may be rewarded with dividends when you invest in a company by buying individual stocks, mutual funds, or exchange-traded funds (ETFs). A dividend is a per-share portion of a company's...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/26/2022
Tax debtors, it's time to pay up before the IRS comes for you. How to settle tax debt with the agency is easy and flexible. Some options allow you to deduct a few pennies, while...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/16/2022
As marriage rates are on the decline, cohabitation relationships are on the increase. However, I suspect many unmarried couples haven't considered the financial ramifications of...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/07/2022
Most retirees depend on social security. One in four people receives 90% of their retirement income from the plan. About half depend on it for 50% of their income. Although Social...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/30/2022
Higher education is one of the biggest investments of your life, and graduate student debt can last for decades. Many graduates leave school with more than $70,000 in debt, according...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/27/2022
When it comes to taxes every year, many homeowners like you seek tax breaks. Fortunately, many homeowner tax deductions can add up to several thousand dollars.Consider your household...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/18/2022
On November 2, 2015, President Obama signed the Bipartisan Budget Act (B.B.A.) of 2015, which included a new federal audit regime for businesses and entities classified as a partnership...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/10/2022
This is the first year that individuals, estates, and trusts ("owners") holding these pass-through businesses will be able to claim the 199A deduction. The Tax Act of 2017...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/02/2022
The cryptocurrency world is currently in chaos. Just a few months ago, cryptocurrency companies were everywhere during the Super Bowl, following the virtual currency surge of 2021.Today,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/24/2022
Getting married promises a happy ending, but you have to struggle to get it. You will encounter many hurdles and one is filing taxes with a maiden name. It's an easy approach if...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/11/2022
Many people believe that "estate planning" and "succession planning" are two ways of saying the same thing. In reality, however, they are separate processes with...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/31/2022
Did you know many military members and their family members can get a tax deferral extension? In several cases, the extension is automatically granted, and some people may even receive...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/18/2022
Taxpayers are paying lower taxes as individuals or businesses, which is a massive change in the pocket of many. The umbrella covering these taxpayers is called the IRS Fresh Start...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/12/2022
Budgeting is profitable if you intend to manage your finances. A budget is necessary to prevent debt or losing property or credit. Having an appropriate budget prevents these mishaps...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/09/2022
The gaming industry is booming. New sports betting parlors and casinos are popping up all over the country, Las Vegas is booming, lotteries and betting parlors are popular, and online...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/01/2022
You are responsible for personal and business taxes as a small business owner. There are two types of taxes: direct and indirect. What differentiates these two groups? Indirect and...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 06/24/2022
As a taxpayer, you should be familiar with the current year’s tax return. You can request to check or change the information on the tax report after filing your assessment year...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 06/10/2022
Divorce proceedings can be much of a tasking venture, which is made complex due to financial matters. To ensure a less rocky experience, parties seeking divorce are often advised to...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/31/2022
Financial independence is a beautiful thing. But while many of us want financial independence, few of us know what steps to take to achieve it. That's why we're here - we want...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/27/2022
What is a subsidy?A subsidy is a benefit given to a business, an individual, or an organization, usually by the government. It can be in the form of direct subsidy(such as cash payments)...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/22/2022
There's a new guide to early IRA retirement that pre-retirees need to know. It changes the interest rate on early withdrawals and allows you to switch methods. IRAs are great planning...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/09/2022
As retirement approaches, 60-plus-year-old women often feel financially insecure. Planning for retirement is demanding enough, but women face additional challenges. A longer life,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/30/2022
The federal income tax deadline was April 18, 2022. If you need some more time, you can get an income tax extension by filing IRS Form 4868. This gives you until October 17, 2022,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/24/2022
Accounting is essential for any business. Smart records bookkeeping are essential for tracking business spending and finding new ways to grow. Additionally, keeping accurate records...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/17/2022
Just as food, clothing, and housing are necessities, so are taxes. There is no escaping taxes unless you want to go against the law which will surely catch up with you. So it is better...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/09/2022
Persons aged 65 and over and those who took early retirement due to disability are eligible for a federal tax credit which varies from $3,750 to $7,500. The senior citizen or disability...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/31/2022
After bankruptcy, the steps you take can set the tone for your financial future. Learn to take the right path.Every financial condition that leads to bankruptcy is different, but the...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/24/2022
Even the wealthy class, who do not have any burden paying their taxes, do not like paying taxes. However, there's a difference between not wanting to pay taxes and finding it difficult...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/17/2022
The United States is one of the strongest nations in the world. Giant buildings, cosmic infrastructure, technological advancements, and a literate population make this country one...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/10/2022
You can't help but give Uncle Sam his due, and if you want to avoid an audit, it's important to get it right the first time. Unlike W-2 employees, the self-employed taxes are...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/28/2022
A down economy and the prospect of prolonged unemployment have led many workers to consider starting their own businesses due to the perceived safety, brand name, and established support...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/22/2022
A tax refund is a big deal. Tax season is a time to expect extra money from old Uncle Sam if you're like many people. But could you have a lower tax refund than expected?If you're...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/14/2022
When you file a federal tax return, you have the option of taking the standard deduction and itemizing your deductions. Due to changes in the tax code, many taxpayers now work with...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/08/2022
With much writing on the relationship between good environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices and company performance, institutional investors integrate ESG factors into...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/31/2022
The main traditional sources of retirement income in the United States are often referred to as a three-legged or three-pillar chair:Social Security benefitsEmployer-provided pensions...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/27/2022
The idea of offering or receiving cryptocurrency would have been unheard of some years ago. Now, this is completely normal. According to a recent BlockFi poll, one in 10 people donated...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/21/2022
As the end of the financial year draws closer, there are some steps one needs to take to have a smooth tax filing experience. Filing tax returns can be a stressful endeavor, and if...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/09/2022
If you have kids or other dependents under the age of 17, you may be eligible for the child tax credit. It was extended as part of the American rescue plan, which was signed by President...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/01/2022
There are so many perks of being a Travel Nurse, and there is an added bonus: there are travel nurse tax deductions you can take advantage of!First, let us have a look at the reasons...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/27/2021
What is a consolidated tax return?A consolidated tax return is a corporation tax return for a group of affiliates that choose to report their combined tax payable in one tax return....
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/18/2021
We recommend that you keep some documents and files longer than others. It really depends on the document and your business.With the exception of some guidelines from government agencies,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/10/2021
Getting your return from Uncle Sam is very important. If you're like many people, tax season is the time to wait for some extra cash. But is it possible that you have a lower tax...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/29/2021
Can two investment mindsets, an old school, and a new school, be understood without going crazy? This is the key question that crowdfunding poses in the real estate market and generally...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/21/2021
Open up your to-do list for the day, and here it is, the item you've been ignoring for weeks or even months. It says, "Finish Your Tax Planning for the year." And today...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/11/2021
What are Not-for-Profit Organizations (NFPOs)?These organizations focus on specific social causes and use the money they earn or receive through donations to cover their operation...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/04/2021
Your wages may be subject to garnishment when you do not pay financial obligations. A garnishment order is not required for child support, unpaid income tax, or federal student loan...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/30/2021
You might be a professional seller on Amazon or sold off a couple of stuff in the past year. It is normal to wonder about the tax implication of your actions as you prepare for the...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/24/2021
What is an abandoned property?The abandoned property is unused property, an inactive account, or an asset that has been transferred to the state after several years of inactivity or...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/18/2021
It is very easy to donate a car to charity. The National Kidney Foundation of Utah and Idaho has one of the country's oldest (since 1990) and popular car donation programs. We'll...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/09/2021
There are many situations in which family loans can be made. Family loans can be taken out when the ex-wife or ex-husband needs money to buy a house or something similar. Or, intra-family...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/30/2021
On May 15, 2002, President Bush signed a No FEAR Act (Notification and Federal Anti-Discrimination and Retaliation of 2002). This law entered into force on October 1, 2003. The main...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/26/2021
If you didn’t know this before, now you do: owing to the IRS and having a significant outstanding balance can get your passport denied. The State Department and the IRS have...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/19/2021
Excise tax has to do with selected goods and services. The tax applies to businesses that manufacture or distribute chosen goods and services. While a consumer will not be billed for...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/09/2021
A small business owner will need to buy essential business equipment, vehicles and gadgets over time. However, deducting such expenses for tax is not a straightforward decision due...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/30/2021
The designation of a power of attorney is a crucial aspect of any succession plan. After all, it allows someone to make medical, financial, and other decisions in your life if you...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/24/2021
The adoption process also has its tax implications, including a tax credit for qualified adoption expenditures paid to adopt an eligible child. It also entails the exclusion from employer-provided...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/15/2021
Legal expenditures are acquired by people who are not deductible when classified in the federal income tax laws. Instead, they are seen as either non-deductible personal expenses or...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/06/2021
Musicians are sometimes in the news for one tax case or the other, which can be embarrassing as it is viewed as a dent in their career. From composers to teachers of music, performers,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/31/2021
The federal income tax deadline has passed. However, some taxpayers have not filed their 2020 tax returns or have not paid their taxes.If a taxpayer qualifies for a refund, there is...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/24/2021
How are trusts taxed?What do you do when you want to set up funds for your children, grandchildren, or even yourself for a medical emergency, but you don't know how to go about...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/16/2021
Small business funds can help you launch your startup, hire more employees, or open a new location. The right kind of funding for your small business will largely depend on what you...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 07/06/2021
There are many ways you can reduce what you will have to pay to Uncle Sam via tax credits and deductions for single moms filing taxes. You can use various strategies to reduce the...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 06/24/2021
What is a tax haven?A tax haven is usually an offshore country that gives foreign individuals and businesses little or no tax liability in an economically and politically static environment.Understanding...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 06/18/2021
Yes!!! But, as with almost everything related to income tax, whether business or personal, there are always exceptions.In general, you will be able to waive credit card charges and...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 06/11/2021
Transfer pricing is an accounting practice that represents the price that one division of one company charges another division for the goods and services provided.Transfer pricing...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 06/05/2021
Have you received a letter or an email from the IRS stating that you filed a tax return electronically or that your tax return was accepted or rejected by the IRS, but you did not...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/29/2021
Having a small business is the dream of many people, even though the intricacies involved in running a business is complicated. When you eventually add taxes each year, it gets tricky....
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/24/2021
The May 17 deadline for filing your income tax is just a day behind us and if you’ve gotten an extension for your 2020 return, there will be penalties imposed by the IRS. If...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/18/2021
Getting ready to tie the knot with your heartthrob is a lifetime commitment that involves the heart, soul and finances. Without a doubt, both parties will deal with finances a...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 05/06/2021
State laws vary when it comes to the requirements for what counts as a legal will, but you generally need to make sure a few basics are covered.Although a testament and last will do...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/29/2021
Tax relief is a broad term that includes IRS programs designed to allow taxpayers to pay off their tax debts by reducing taxes owed or dividing the debt into affordable payments. If...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/26/2021
While filing income tax can be difficult for expats, we have good news. Extensions are available for your foreign tax return, and some are even automated! As an American, you're...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/17/2021
Imagine that you could invest in real estate with all the advantages and a few disadvantages of the market. You can skip the process of buying and maintaining a property and jump straight...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/06/2021
Freelancers often have much more freedom than their traditionally hired colleagues, but they also face unique challenges. One of the most important is the lack of an employer-sponsored...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/31/2021
What is Welfare?Welfare refers to various government programs that provide financial or other assistance to individuals or groups who cannot support themselves. Welfare assistance...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/26/2021
The Internal Revenue Service takes time to make sure your tax situation is up to date. The tax code allows the IRS three years to verify the tax return and ten years to collect the...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/16/2021
What is alimony payment? This is a payment between current spouses or ex-spouses due to an ongoing separation in a marriage or divorce. Alimony (sometimes called support) payments...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 03/05/2021
To help taxpayers adopt children, U.S. tax laws provide an adoption credit, up to an inflation-adjusted maximum, for adopting a child under 18 or a person of any age with a physical...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/28/2021
Everyone wants to save on taxes, and older Americans are no exception. If you're over 50, here are some tax tips that can help you get there.The standard deduction for the elderly: If...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/23/2021
If you request a medical exemption, you will need to complete IRS Form 8965 when filing for federal income tax. This form helps you comply with the Affordable Care Act's rules...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/16/2021
If you own or plan to invest in ETFs or mutual funds, you need to know what capital gains distributions are, how they can affect your investments, and how they can be taxed. This is...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 02/07/2021
In accordance with the TCJA, significant changes have been made to the child tax credit. These changes affect fiscal years 2020 and 2021 and beyond. This article will cover all the...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/30/2021
The road to the 2021 filing season might appear long. However, it does not come as a surprise that a handful of people are already taking steps towards their tax returns. Almost everyone...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/26/2021
The tense relationship between the U.S. government and Native American tribes has led to recurring disputes and confusion over tax issues. Native Americans do pay taxes, but some quirks...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/14/2021
The Federal Fuel Tax Credit is a program that allows businesses to reduce their taxable income dollar by dollar-based on specific types of fuel costs. The fuel tax credit encourages...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 01/06/2021
If you are a minister of the gospel, you are subject to complex tax and social regulations. We will examine: how your income is taxed; how to apply for the tax exemption on self-employed...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/31/2020
One of the ways to significantly reduce your business income tax is the business use of a vehicle. It is an important entity that you can use to bring down your tax for two reasons: The...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/25/2020
For people who have been in the military for a couple of years and want to transition to civilian life, there are some tax implications to have in mind.It is essential that you not...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/20/2020
Form 1099-MISC (miscellaneous income) is an IRS form that taxpayers use to report non-employee compensation. This is generally a commercial payment, not a personal payment.Freelancers,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 12/12/2020
Not many people know how the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) works and what types of cases it handles. Some have indicated that they see the TAS as primarily concerned with low-income...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/30/2020
There is some tax relief from the CARES Act to help charitable organizations cushion the coronavirus's effect. This tax relief aims to encourage donors for the 2020 tax return...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/24/2020
When allowable deductions exceed gross income in a fiscal year, you end up with a net operating loss. To calculate your business's net operating loss, you must deduct the tax deductions...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/16/2020
To be successful in the inventory acquisition process, you will need to monitor your business's two main aspects: efficiency and profitability. It's important to keep a schedule,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 11/07/2020
Software programs and friends with minimal tax law knowledge will constantly try to convince you that filing your taxes is easy and simple. If you work one job, don’t own...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/28/2020
Buying a home is one of the most expensive purchases most of us will make, so anything that can lower a mortgage cost is worth considering.In addition to negotiating a good price and...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/21/2020
Tax advisors are involved in all aspects of their clients' personal and financial lives, and when a taxpayer dies, they can be one of the most valuable family counselors. Although...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/14/2020
Student loan rates are among the lowest we have ever seen in history. However, while the rates may seem attractive, there are still a few things to consider before taking out a student...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 10/01/2020
Caregivers, workers who perform in-home services, for disabled individuals and the elderly work under special tax rules. When a caregiver is employed, it is seen that he/she works...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/28/2020
There are two ways a business can make or lose money. You can profit from your sales activities or lose money by spending more than what you earn from sales. You can also earn or lose...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/18/2020
There are five types of tax filing status: head of household, married filing separately, married filing jointly, qualified widow, and single filing. The status of your tax return can...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 09/15/2020
Technology has redefined investment. Gone are the days when investors turned to chalk, paper, and blackboards while tracking trades and making calculations during trading. Today, as...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/31/2020
What is an LLC?An LLC (a limited liability company) is a business structure that protects limited liability and transfers taxes. As in the case of corporations, LLC legally exists...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/19/2020
The Treasury and SBA launched a PPP forgiveness loan that many borrowers will use to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan. There is also an alternate EZ Form. In this...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 08/13/2020
