July 2007 Archives


Truth or Lies…when the tax return really does not tell the story.

"Here is my tax return but let me tell you what I really make." At this point, many lenders want to put their hands over their ears and say "I can't hear you!" Why? Because

Posted Jul 31 2007 by Linda Keith

Tax Gap from small business? Nah!!!!!

In a recent AICPA (American Institute of CPAs) survey, CPAs were asked what they think the major source of the tax gap is. The tax gap is the estimate of the shortfall of revenue collected

Posted Jul 24 2007 by Linda Keith

Don't add back depreciation???

In my tax return analysis workshops I ask the lenders for common adjustments to get them from taxable income to recurring cashflow to pay debts. The first one mentioned - and the loudest - depreciation.

Posted Jul 03 2007 by Linda Keith