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A partner’s capital account and outside basis are two different things. The partner’s capital account measures the partner’s equity investment in the partnership. The outside basis measures the adjusted basis of the partner’s partnership interest. One of the key differences between capital accounts and outside basis is the effect of partnership liabilities. Partnership liabilities may increase or decrease the partner’s outside basis, but […]

An accounting method is a set of rules used to determine when income and expenses are reported on your tax return. Your accounting method is chosen when you file your first tax return. If you later choose to change your accounting method, you must file Form 3115 Application for Change in Accounting Method, and get […]

In order to file federal tax returns, businesses are generally required to have an Employer Identification Number (EIN). This number is used to uniquely identify each business entity. You can apply for an EIN on the IRS website, via a free, interview style process. Click the link below to apply for an EIN, and learn […]