Tax & Accounting Insights for NYC Small Businesses

Practical guidance on taxes, bookkeeping, and IRS notices — from the CPAs at Li CPA Group.

August 4, 2026

1099 vs W-2: Are You Classifying Your Workers Correctly?

Paying someone as a 1099 contractor when they're really a W-2 employee is one of the costliest mistakes a NYC business can make. Here's how to tell the difference.

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July 28, 2026

Tax Deductions NYC Restaurants Commonly Miss

Restaurants have razor-thin margins — so missed deductions hurt. Here are the write-offs NYC restaurant owners most often overlook.

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July 21, 2026

Quarterly Estimated Taxes: A Plain-English Guide for NYC Owners

If you're self-employed or run a business, no one withholds taxes for you — you do. Here's how quarterly estimated taxes work, and how to avoid the underpayment penalty.

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July 14, 2026

Started a Business in NYC? Your First-Year Tax Checklist

Just launched a business in NYC? Congratulations — now here's the first-year tax checklist that keeps you out of trouble and out of overpaying.

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July 7, 2026

How Much Does a CPA Cost for a Small Business in NYC?

What should a small business actually pay a CPA in NYC? Here are honest price ranges for tax returns, bookkeeping, and ongoing support — and how to avoid overpaying or underbuying.

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June 30, 2026

LLC vs S-Corp for NYC Small Businesses: Which One Saves You More?

"Should I be an LLC or an S-corp?" is the question we hear most from NYC owners. Here's the honest answer — and the income level where an S-corp actually starts saving you money.

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June 23, 2026

IRS CP162A Notice: What It Means and How to Respond

Received an IRS CP162A notice? It's one of the most common penalties the IRS sends partnerships and S-corps. Here's what it means, what it costs, and how to respond.

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