Free Tax Seminars at the Siler City Campus of CCCC coming up

Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:23:34 -0400
From: Gary Kibler
Subject: Free Tax Seminars, Starting July 16th, Siler City Campus of CCCC

Summer 2013 Seminar Schedule

Chatham Small Business Center

Supported by Chatham Chamber of Commerce

***All Seminars are Free.  However, we ask you to call 919 545 8044 to pre-register beforehand. Seminars with less than 6 registrants may be canceled.*

This is a series of four seminars delivering an in-depth look at key areas of taxes and recordkeeping for your small business. The instructor is Steve Metelits, a local, practicing accountant and active member of the N.C. Society of Enrolled Agents (IRS).  The target audience is business owners or individuals considering a business startup. The format is set up so that each topic in the series can stand alone.

*Taxes and Recordkeeping*
We will discuss the difference between a Sole Proprietor, Partnership and Corporation; the importance of record keeping; what you should keep and for how long. Participants will also get an overview of their tax responsibilities as a small business.
*Seminar Date:  *            07/16/13
*Day: *T                           *Time: *6:30-8:30P
*Cost: *Free                     *Location Code: *SCC
*Building Location:        *Main Building, Room 223

*Independent Contractor vs. Employee*
We will  define the difference between an Independent Contractor and an Employee and explain what is required when hiring an independent contractor or an employee as it relates to federal taxes.
*Seminar Date:  *            07/23/13
*Day: *T                           *Time: *6:30-8:30P
*Cost: *Free                     *Location Code: *SCC
*Building Location:        *Main Building, Room 223

*Employment Taxes and Business Expenses*
We will explain the filing requirements as it relates to various business organizations, including Sole Proprietors; Partnerships and Corporations. We will also discuss various business expenses that may be deducted in the course of business.
*Seminar Date:  *            07/30/13
*Day: *T                           *Time: *6:30-8:30P
*Cost: *Free                     *Location Code: *SCC
*Building Location:        *Main Building, Room 223

*Putting it All Together.  A Review*
In this session, we will briefly review tax responsibility basics essential to every small business owner, from start to finish. We will briefly discuss business structure, record keeping requirements, independent contractor vs. employee and business expenses.
*Seminar Date:  *            08/06/13
*Day: *T                           *Time: *6:30-8:30P
*Cost: *Free                     *Location Code: *SCC
*Building Location:        *Main Building, Room 223

*Gary Kibler*
*Small Business Center Director*
919 545 8013