422 Tax Deductions for Businesses & Self-Employed ... (ISBN 0917510194)

Self-employed Business Owner:
This is a very good guide to helping a small business owner realize the American dream (working for yourself, not collecting welfare). The author states several times throughout the book when the advise of an attorney or CPA is recommended. The language is easy to read and understand and not filled with his industry jargon. He even states the obvious in some instances (a speeding ticket in the company vehicle is not a tax write-off, for example). I was able to fill out the necessary forms to start my business in a short amount of time and can refer to the book for a review of the tax forms required for my business. I highly recommend this book.

This Book Didn't Hold My Attention:
This book didn't hold my attention very long. I figured instead of learning all this stuff I'd keep good records and take the information to an accountant.

Great for Basics:
I've done small business consulting and this is one of the few books I keep in my library. For the small business owner or individual this book hits the basics and will keep you categorizing correctly so that your tax person has correct information. It is a GREAT place to start.

GOOD ADVICE:
I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FULLY UTILIZE ALL OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS BOOK, ONLY BECAUSE IT ALL DOESN'T APPLY TO ME, BUT THE INFORMATION THAT DOES APPLY TO ME HAS BEEN VERY HELPFUL. THIS IS A GOOD INVESTMENT FOR ALL.

422 Tax deductions:
This is a book for rookies. If you are starting out in business this may have some value. It really is nothing more than a list with little paragraph information reference the list. Areas where further information would be of value are concise and a reference made to an IRS document. It could be condensed to about 5 pages in length.