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Tax Information for Craft Businesses
Let's leave the introduction of this section to others:
But in this world nothing is certain but death and taxes Benjamin Franklin
The hardest thing in the world to understand is income tax! Albert Einstein
Like mothers, taxes are often misunderstood, but seldom forgotten Lord Bramwell
Tax is one thing that most business people, and craft business owners won't be any different, would like to ignore, but it is essential that all tax law is complied with.
The implications of tax legislation can become even more confusing when different types of goods are being marketed and sold across borders to territories subject to different legislation.
However despite the potential for confusion, craft business owners can't bury their head in the sand and the pages that we find and share in this section will help with an understanding of tax issues in general that may affect craft businesses.
As with all aspects of setting up and running a craft business, we cannot stress enough the importance of taking expert advice to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.
Small Business Products Online Ordering +tab
IRS page of publications and products for small businesses
Small Business/Self-Employed Virtual Small Business Tax Workshop +tab
Free video lessons offering essential information on tax rights and responsibilities for small businesses
Small Business/Self-Employed Virtual Small Business Tax Workshop +tab
Tax workshop videos from the IRS - follow info on site explaining how to download and view the videos.
Expensing Vehicle Business Use - Business Tax Deduction Decision Making +tab
There are two methods you can use to deduct business vehicle expenses - the actual cost method or standard mileage rate. Some arts/crafts businesses are limited to one or the other. Lacking any limitation, you should pick the method that gives you the hig
Business Mileage Tax Deductions - Using the Standard Mileage Rate +tab
If you drive your car in the normal course of running your arts / crafts business you have two methods to choose from when figuring your business mileage tax deduction. This article discusses using the standard mileage rate.
State and Local Business Resources from Business.gov +tab
Find small business resources from state and local government agencies.
Tax Help and Training | Business.gov +tab
Free tax training and workshops that help small businesses and self-employed persons understand their tax requirements
State Taxes from Business.gov +tab
Learn about state tax requirements for small businesses, including tax permits, and how to register for workers' compensation insurance, unemployment tax, and disability insurance.
Collecting Sales Taxes Over the Internet from Business.gov - US +tab
Learn how your online business should collect sales taxes when selling products and services over the Internet
