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Minnesota K-12 Education Credit and Subtraction: A Back-to-School Tax Guide

Minnesota families can claim a K-12 education credit and subtraction for school costs. Here's how both work, plus federal AOTC and LLC credits for 2026.

John C Thompson, EA

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Business Tax

Hiring Your First Employee: Tax and Payroll Obligations You Can't Skip

Hiring your first W-2 employee means new payroll tax obligations. This 2026 guide covers FICA, FUTA, Form 941, deposit deadlines, and Minnesota requirements.

John C Thompson, EA

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Business Tax

Employee vs. Independent Contractor: How the IRS Decides Worker Classification

Deciding between 1099 and W-2 for your first hire? Learn the IRS worker classification test, misclassification penalties, and how to document your decision.

John C Thompson, EA

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Individual Tax

Backdoor Roth IRA: The High-Income Workaround (And the Trap to Avoid)

High earners can't contribute directly to a Roth IRA — but the backdoor strategy offers a legal workaround. Learn the steps, Form 8606, and the pro-rata trap.

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Individual Tax

Inherited IRA: What the 10-Year Rule Means for You

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