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Chip Cantrell, CPA, CHFP
Southwest Louisiana
Interests: Front yard sports with the kids, music, sitting on the porch, a good laugh, the bright side.
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Louisiana Act 389 and the Sale of Secondhand Goods - A Firestorm Erupts Online
In this post, I am going to try to address the confusion and misinformation surrounding Louisiana's new law dealing with the sale of used and junk property. I will present the facts in the new law and try to eliminate some of the confusion which erupted from the internet firestorm on this topic. Continue reading
Posted Oct 28, 2011 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Nonprofit Organization Fundraising Ideas - Podcast Episode 9
Episode9-CantrellCPAServices In Episode 9 of my podcast, I have prepared a few ideas for efficient fundraising for nonprofit organizations. Here in the middle of bad economic times, it has gotten really tough for nonprofits out there trying to find dollars... Continue reading
Posted Oct 21, 2011 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Danger! Payroll Tax Trust Funds
There are times when we receive correspondence from the IRS with little nit-picky issues that are easy to resolve and are fairly inconsequential. But, even with these letters many taxpayers get lumps in their throats and butterflies in their stomachs.... Continue reading
Posted Sep 16, 2011 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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David, you can go back and amend the 941's and are only subject to the date rules for amending those forms.
In the instructions for the Form 941-X it states:
"Is There a Deadline for Filing Form 941-X?
Generally, you may correct overreported taxes on a previously filed Form 941 if you file Form 941-X within 3 years of the date Form 941 was filed or 2 years from the date you paid the tax reported on Form 941, whichever is later. You may correct underreported taxes on a previously filed Form 941 if you file Form 941-X within 3 years of the date the Form 941 was filed. We call each of these time frames a “period of limitations.” For purposes of the period of limitations, Forms 941 for a calendar year are considered filed on April 15 of the succeeding year if filed before that date.
Example:
You filed your 2009 fourth quarter Form 941 on January 27, 2010, and payments were timely made. The IRS treats the return as if it were filed on April 15, 2010. On January 20, 2013, you discover that you overreported social security and Medicare wages on that form by $350. To correct the error you must file Form 941-X by April 15, 2013, which is the end of the period of limitations for Form 941, and use the claim process."
Hope this helps. Have a great day!
Chip
The HIRE Act Payroll Tax Credit - It's Not Too Late to Claim Your Credit for 2010
On March 18, 2010, the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act was enacted. This legislation provided for two payroll tax credits related to the employer portion of the social security tax for qualified new employees hired between February 3, 2010, and January 1, 2011. As we come to...
Making PayPal a Part of Your Business - Podcast Episode 8
PayPal can be a great tool for small businesses to get the cash they need faster. It is a very safe and respected resource available and should at least be considered. This episode offers some understanding of the process so a small business owner can make an informed decision of whether or not PayPal is the right tool for them. Continue reading
Posted Dec 16, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Update on the Renewal of the Bush Tax Cuts
Today in the face of Senate threats and promises of compromise, the House passed only a partial extension of the tax cuts. This will either end in the House bill stalling in the Senate or another bill being forced through negotiators that will reconcile the current bill with a Senate version. Continue reading
Posted Dec 2, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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What's New With QuickBooks 2011 - Podcast Episode 7
I review a few changes to QuickBooks 2011. Also, in my years of QuickBooks consulting, there are a few questions that you get from every client. I have addressed a couple of these. Continue reading
Posted Nov 24, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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The HIRE Act Payroll Tax Credit - It's Not Too Late to Claim Your Credit for 2010
On March 18, 2010, the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act was enacted. This legislation provided for two payroll tax credits related to the employer portion of the social security tax for qualified new employees hired between February 3, 2010, and January 1, 2011. As we come to the close of the fourth quarter of 2010, now is the time to make sure that you have claimed the credit on all qualifying employees on your quarterly payroll tax returns (Form 941's) for the year. Continue reading
Posted Nov 15, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Nov 13, 2010
Update on the AMT
In a letter signed by both Democratic and Republican lawmakers addressed to the IRS, Congress is promising to once again approve a one-year correction to the AMT to avoid the potential tax carnage it could cause. Continue reading
Posted Nov 10, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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2010 Tax Changes - A Heads-Up Before Year-End
I have put together a quick list of some of the tax changes for 2010 and a peak at some of the changes that come into effect in 2011. Continue reading
Posted Nov 8, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Meeting With a Tax Preparer - Podcast Episode 6
Annually many taxpayers gather up all their receipts, tax forms, and questions and haul them to the tax preparer to turn them into State and Federal tax returns. In this episode I give some suggestions on how to accumulate and provide the information in a way that will make it faster and easier for the preparer. Continue reading
Posted Nov 4, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Federal Tax Withholding Problems Ahead - More Worries from the Expiring Bush Tax Cuts
Every day we seem to have more and more bad news for taxpayers regarding the coming expiration of the Bush Tax Cuts. Another really worrisome part of the discussion that we will address today is the impact on Federal withholding tax on paychecks next year. Continue reading
Posted Oct 28, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Tax Trouble Ahead for Families
Today, the national news is reporting that a deficit reduction panel is promoting the idea of removing or at least reducing two darling tax benefits for families - the Child Tax Credit and the Mortgage Interest Deduction. Continue reading
Posted Oct 25, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Healthcare Reform - Presentation Notes
A lot of people were apparently interested in the information in my podcast entitled - Healthcare Reform - What's actually in that bill?!? . So I thought I would provide a pdf copy of the presentation that I gave on... Continue reading
Posted Oct 21, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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What Happens When the Bush Tax Cuts Expire - Podcast Episode 5
In January 2011, the Bush Tax Cuts from 10 years ago are set to expire. This will result in some significant potential tax increases for all American next year. In this podcast I will discuss a few of these issues... Continue reading
Posted Oct 21, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Doing It Right the First Time
Posted Oct 18, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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End of Tax Season Musings
The October 15th individual deadline tolled the bells for the official end to the 2009 tax year. It is sort of funny that we are only about two and a half months from starting up with 2010. Each year, I... Continue reading
Posted Oct 18, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Healthcare Reform - What's actually in that bill?!?
In March, President Obama signed into law the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. This legislation sparked a firestorm or controversy for a year before it was finally passed. But, even as we sit here almost seven months after its... Continue reading
Posted Oct 14, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Lifting the Veil on Financial Statements - The Income Statement - Podcast Episode 3
This episode will continue my explanation of the two basic financial statements of any business - the balance sheet and income statement. In this episode I explain the income statement and how the information can be used to increase the... Continue reading
Posted Oct 5, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Pitfalls in Purchasing a Business
Sometimes it feels like opportunity just falls right out of the sky and right in your lap. You are approached by an acquaintance that runs a business that you have been interested in for years. This person is ready to... Continue reading
Posted Oct 1, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Podcasting on iTunes
I am very proud to announce that my podcasts are available on iTunes. They can be downloaded and dropped on your iPod or iPhone for your easy listening pleasure. I hope they can be both informative and entertaining - at... Continue reading
Posted Sep 27, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Lifting the Veil on Financial Statements - The Balance Sheet - Podcast Episode 2
When a small business owner receives a set of financial statements or a tax return from their accountant, they often get that deer in the headlights look. They often don't understand the documents and just stick them in a file... Continue reading
Posted Sep 27, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Starting a New Business - Podcast Episode 1
One of the most common questions I get is what to do and where to go when trying to start a new small business. So this offered a great topic for my inaugural podcast. This podcast offers a few things... Continue reading
Posted Sep 22, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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Changes to 1099 Reporting
The debates surrounding the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2009 involved a number of healthcare issues that ranged from tax increases to insurance issues. However, hidden in the middle of this behemoth piece of legislation were drastic changes to the 1099 reporting requirements. Continue reading
Posted Jul 8, 2010 at Cantrell CPA Services, LLC
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