J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2010: Your Complete Guide to Everything Deductible
Completely revised to reflect important changes in this year's tax laws, J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions & Tax Breaks 2010 will help you take advantage of every tax break and deduction you may be entitled to. This comprehensive guide is clearly organized by subject matter so you can easily find situations that may apply to you. Each tax benefit is also clearly explained-along with the eligibility requirements for claiming the benefit-while planning tips and common pitfalls associated with the benefit in question are discussed in detail. New tax law alerts are also included throughout the book, so you can make the most informed decisions possible.

• Discusses deductions and tax breaks with regard to your family, home, car, job, investments, charitable giving, health coverage, and much more
• Packed with hundreds of updated examples, practical advice, and real-world examples

Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Consultants
Whether you're an independent contractor, freelancer, or consultant, it all adds up to the same thing: You need to be more aware of laws and taxes than the average person. Fortunately, Working for Yourself provides all the information you need to stay on top of it all. An independent contractor himself, Stephen Fishman shows you everything you need to know to:

• meet business start-up requirements
• pick a business structure
• set up home or outside offices
• obtain permits and licenses
• price your services or products
• comply with strict IRS rules
• establish sound business relationships
• avoid unfair contracts
• draft good agreements
• keep good records
• get paid in full and on time
• and much, much more

Business Plans that Work
Plans That Work arms entrepreneurs and small business owners with an easy-to-follow template for writing persuasive business plans, along with proven models that can be used to analyze potential business opportunities from initial idea to viable venture. This value-packed book will show both entrepreneurs and current business owners how to:

• Determine what to include in each plan, why, and for whom
• Recognize and avoid common pitfalls in the process
• Use the renowned "Timmons Model" to analyze potential business opportunities

Deduct It!: Lower Your Small Business Taxes
Offers basic information and examples in plain English on how businesses are taxed and how to maximize deductions that the IRS considers legitimate. Delves deeply into the complex thicket of available deductions, with real-life examples on deducting everything from start-up expenses to car and travel expenses and the costs of benefits.
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