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The AB5s of Employees and Independent Contractors WEBCAST

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2.0 Credits

Member Price $79.00

Non-Member Price $109.00

Overview

This course explores the tests used to determine whether a worker is properly characterized as an employee or an independent contractor for tax purposes, with a focus on the cost of getting it wrong and possible Section 530 relief. The game changing impact of the Dynamex case and AB5 will also be discussed.

Highlights

Four ways to classify a worker. IRS 20 Factors. 20% Section 199A deduction. Cost of misclassifying an employee. Section 530 relief. Game changing impact of the Dynamex case and AB5.

Prerequisites

Basic working knowledge of business taxation.

Designed For

CPAs and members in industry seeking a broader understanding of worker classification rules and tax consequences.

Objectives

Apply the tests used to determine whether a worker is properly characterized for tax purposes. Identify cost associated with misclassification. Identify planning ideas and potential pitfalls.

Preparation

None.

Notice

None.

Leader(s):

Leader Bios

Douglas Van Der Aa

Doug Van Der Aa is a Tax Manager for the Grand Rapids, Michigan firm of Hungerford, Aldrin, Nichols & Carter, PC, CPAs and Consultants, where he specializes in the preparation and review of individual, corporate, estate, trust and partnership tax returns for small and mid-sized businesses; acquisition, and reorganization and financing of corporations, limited partnerships and limited liability companies; complex commercial real estate transactions (Section 1031 tax-free exchanges, leasing, purchase/sale); tax research and planning. Over the past 10 years, Doug has taught several accounting and tax courses for Grand Valley State University, Hope College and Davenport University, as well as served as a speaker for the Michigan Association of CPAs. Doug received his B.S. in accounting from Dordt College and his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois. He is a member of the MACPA, Michigan State Bar, AICPA and the Economic Club of Grand Rapids.

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Non-Member Price $109.00

Member Price $79.00