Taxes
You know what they say about death and taxes. If you generate income, own property, buy goods, or hire employees, you will most likely have to pay taxes. Many resources are available when it comes to understanding taxes. It is important to the success of your business that you pay only your fair share.
General Tax Information
Business Taxes
The form of business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them.
Employer ID Numbers (EINs)
The resources in this section provide a full explanation about the EIN, also known as a federal tax identification number.
Employment Taxes for Businesses
If you have employees, you are responsible for several federal, state, and local taxes. As an employer, you must withhold Federal income tax withholding, social security and Medicare taxes, and Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) taxes.
Self-Employed Individuals or Independent Contractors
Information helpful in answering many questions related to being self-employed individuals or independent contractors.
State Taxes
Find out if and how much state tax you need to pay.
Local Taxes
Find out if and how much local tax you need to pay.
e-file for Business and Self-Employed Taxpayers
Electronic filing and payment options for businesses including employment taxes, information returns, partnerships, corporations, and estates & trusts. Certain large corporations are now required to e-file their returns.
The Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)
EFTPS is a tax payment system provided free by the U.S. Department of Treasury. Pay federal taxes electronically - on-line or by phone 24/7.
General Tax Information
Business Taxes
The form of business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them.
Employer ID Numbers (EINs)
The resources in this section provide a full explanation about the EIN, also known as a federal tax identification number.
Employment Taxes for Businesses
If you have employees, you are responsible for several federal, state, and local taxes. As an employer, you must withhold Federal income tax withholding, social security and Medicare taxes, and Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) taxes.
Self-Employed Individuals or Independent Contractors
Information helpful in answering many questions related to being self-employed individuals or independent contractors.
State Taxes
Find out if and how much state tax you need to pay.
Local Taxes
Find out if and how much local tax you need to pay.
e-file for Business and Self-Employed Taxpayers
Electronic filing and payment options for businesses including employment taxes, information returns, partnerships, corporations, and estates & trusts. Certain large corporations are now required to e-file their returns.
The Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)
EFTPS is a tax payment system provided free by the U.S. Department of Treasury. Pay federal taxes electronically - on-line or by phone 24/7.