Tax Basics for Startups

Per Diem Rates from the U.S. General Services Administration

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Rates are set by fiscal year, effective October 1 each year. Find current rates in the continental United States ("CONUS Rates").

What is the Dividends Received Deduction?


If the corporation invests in the stock of domestic corporations and receives a dividend, 70% of the dividend may be excluded from taxes. If the corporation owns more than 20% of the stock of the domestic corporation that is paying the dividend, 80% of the dividend may by excluded from taxes.

Avoid costly penalties!

Use the IRS Online Tax Calendar
to check filing and deposit deadlines.