Tax Tips For eBay Sellers - Turning Personal Expenses Into Business Expenses
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Tax Tips for eBay Sellers: Turning Personal Expenses into Business Deductions
Starting a side business on eBay isn't just a way to earn extra income?"it can also help you save money on taxes. By aligning your additional expenses with your income, you can take advantage of various deductions and maximize your savings.
Home Office Deductions
As an eBay seller, you likely have a home office, whether it’s a dedicated room or a portion of your space like a basement. This setup allows you to deduct a percentage of expenses such as mortgage interest, utility bills, homeowners insurance, and dues. If you're storing inventory at home, even if it’s not in a separate room, you can factor that space into your deductions as well.
Paying Your Children
Instead of giving your kids an allowance, consider employing them in your business. This moves income to a lower tax bracket and allows you to pay them up to $4,900 annually without them having to pay taxes. Tax strategist Diane Kennedy advises the following:
1. Create a written job description.
2. Ensure they track their work hours.
3. Pay a reasonable wage.
Explore how personal expenses, such as having a home office or using your car for errands, can be converted into business deductions.
Protecting Yourself
To ensure your deductions stand up to scrutiny, maintain thorough documentation. Track your income and expenses meticulously, and keep records to support your claims. This is vital if the government ever questions your deductions.
Good record-keeping can satisfy IRS requirements. You can also reduce your audit risk by forming a corporation or an S-Corp, as these structures offer certain tax benefits. Sole proprietorships have a one in twelve chance of being audited, making incorporation an attractive option.
Conclusion
When managed correctly, selling on eBay can significantly reduce your tax burden. As Kennedy puts it, starting a side business can immediately lower your taxes: "eBay today, pay less taxes tomorrow."
By following these tips, you can leverage your eBay business to make the most of your tax situation.
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