Recent content by johnathandoe

What is the name of your state? CALIFORNIA An idependent contractor invoiced me $800 for the following: $600 - services provided $200 - hotel/parking expense I cut a check for $800. When I issue him the 1099, do I report $600 or $800? And if it's only $600, can I deduct that additional $200...

What is the name of your state? CALIFORNIA As a hobby, I organize two events a year and operate as a self-proprietor. The real liability in these events involves traffic and the local police department is ENTIRELY in control of handling this--for the last event, they charged me $##,### for one...

What is the name of your state? CALIFORNIA As a self-proprietor, I organized an event where $2000 was included in our budget to give to a non-profit organization. Whether the event made a profit/loss, the non-profit group was going to receive the money. The non-profit was very much involved...