You can save more money if you understand the most important concepts about taxes.

* The more you know, the better the key questions to ask your accountant about tax and financial matters to help you save money.

* Please note that this is not a tax preparation guide. The tax situation of each small business is different and tax laws change every year. This section provides a general overview of federal income taxes for small businesses.

* Some companies may be required to pay and file taxes, state taxes including income, employment tax, sales tax and use of property and transaction taxes.

* The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is responsible for enforcing the tax laws and collection of taxes.

* The United States uses a system of graduated tax, which means that the more money you make, should pay more taxes.