SCORE Westchester Free In-Person Workshop: IRS Small Business Tax Workshop 2 PART WORKSHOP

Event description

 2 PART WORKSHOP:

DATE: Part 1 Friday, May 3 and Part 2 Monday, May 6, 2024
TIME: 12:00 to 5:00pm
Place: Westchester Putnam Career Center Network
120 Bloomingdale Road, White Plains NY 10605

DESCRIPTION: 
Join us for our comprehensive Small Business Tax Workshop (SBTW), a two-part series designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners navigate the intricate world of taxes. In this workshop, we'll delve into the intricacies of federal taxes, schedule C filings, electronic filing and payment systems, home-office deductions, hiring employees or contractors, managing payroll, and considerations when hiring individuals who aren't U.S. citizens. Whether you're just starting your business journey or looking to optimize your tax strategy, this workshop provides practical tips to help you make informed decisions and minimize taxes.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Understanding different business structures and their tax implications
• Navigating Schedule C and maximizing deductions
• Efficiently filing and paying taxes electronically
• Leveraging home office deductions effectively
• Ensuring compliance when hiring employees or independent contractors

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: 
 

• Entrepreneurs
• Small business owners
• Freelancers
• Gig workers
• Anyone wanting to understand of small business taxes

PRESENTER BIO:

Yolanda Durant has been with the Internal Revenue Service since 2012. As a Stakeholder Liaison, she builds and maintains beneficial relationships, facilitates communications and coordination efforts in the public and private sectors.

In 2012 Yolanda enhanced her problem-solving skills by obtaining a Six Sigma Green Belt certification. “Art is my life, my passion, and my therapy. Painting, drawing, creating, and dancing is what I live for. Being a part of Stakeholder Liaison allows me to share my work and creative journey with the world.” 

Anthony Ferraro is a Stakeholder Liaison with the Internal Revenue Service. He engages with small business, practitioner, and industry groups to provide information regarding new IRS policies, procedures, and practices to ensure understanding and compliance.

Anthony started his career with the Internal Revenue Service in 2001 processing Employer Identification Numbers. He later became a Tax Compliance Officer examining small business and individual tax returns. He has volunteered in the Taxpayer Assistance Office and has served under FEMA for disaster relief.