How did these illegals get tax ids?  Aren’t you supposed to show legal papers in order to get a tax id#?  Whose identity have they stolen?  It is ridiculous to hear them talk about how illegals have tax id#s and pay taxes (that in itself is a crime) because they are not supposed to have tax id#s.

By PATRICK FOX

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Feelings were mixed when about 30 people turned out in Lawrenceville Tuesday night to talk about Gwinnett County’s implementation of a federal program aimed at illegal immigrants.

Opponents pointed to a lack of direction in the enforcement in the program called 287(g), which is named for a section of the federal immigration law. It allows state and local enforcement to investigate, detain and arrest illegal immigrants on civil and criminal grounds.

People opposed to the program said it has fractured families and caused the legal system to concentrate on minor offenders. The federal act, they argued, was intended to focus on terrorists and violent illegal immigrants but has become a tool to cut a broad swath through a community of mostly law-abiding citizens.

“These are honest people,” said Richard Munoz of Norcross. “They are hardworking people.”

What the county is doing is wrong, said Andrea Alvarez of Lilburn, who announced she was born in the United States.

“Illegal immigrants pay taxes,” she said. “They have tax IDs. They pay sales taxes. They own homes.”

But there was equal passion from the opposing side.

Cregg Fulkerson, a Gwinnett property owner and founder of Legal American Workers, said everyone in this country is an immigrant, but those who belong here came through a port of entry. He spoke of the problems many undocumented immigrants create in traffic infractions and serious crime.

“I have a painting business I’m losing because of illegals,” he said. “I can’t bid over them, and the American people are using them. My main painter is from Colombia, and he’s legal. He’s staying home, too, like I am.”

Jill Benson spoke of how her neighborhood just off Buford Highway near Duluth has deteriorated from repeated gang tagging and violence.

“Thanks to the tireless efforts of neighbors and law enforcement, we seem to be making some headway,” she said. “Countless neighborhoods like mine in Gwinnett have been negatively impacted by illegal immigration [which has led to] plummeting property values and fears for our safety,” she said.

via Pros, cons of immigration enforcement heard at forum | ajc.com.

One of the most Frequently Asked Questions we hear this time of year at ProCare Software®  is “How do I add my Tax ID number to Reports?”. This is usually in regard to Customer Statements and End of Year Tax Statements given to parents. You may also want to add your phone number or change the way the address of your child care, daycare or preschool is displayed. 

While it’s simple enough to add information to the Report Message that prints at the bottom of each tax statement, sometimes you’d prefer to Edit the Report Header that appears more prominently at the top. 

Luckily there’s a free ProCare Wizard download that makes editing statement headers very easy to do.                    

Add Tax ID to Customer Statements

For those of you already using Child Care Accounting Software from ProCare just follow these steps to download and run the wizard.

1. Make sure you are online. Then click Sign Out at the main ProCare screen.
2. From the Help menu choose Download a ProCare Support File and enter the password WZ01 (that’s a zero, not the letter “O”).
3. Click Edit Statement Headers and enter whatever you’d like to have it say for the Address, City, State, Zip, Phone and Federal Tax ID number.
4. Click Apply then Exit. 

Your new header will appear on the following ProCare Accounting Reports:

• Customer Statement
• Customer Payment Summary
• Customer Charge / Credit Summary

 Good luck on your New Years’ Resolutions and until next time, cheers! 

-Phil 

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If you have questions or comments about this article (or suggestions for another article) I’d be pleased to hear from you. Drop me at note at phil@procaresoftware.com.

Prepare A Business Plan;

            www.VenturePointOnline.com offers a business plan outline on our “Resource Library” page. Or visit your local SCORE office or Business Development Center. If you’re not comfortable with writing one yourself there are companies that specialize in this.

Tax Structuring;

           www.VenturePointOnline.com offers a breakdown on the “Resource Library” page of the most common forms; corporation, sole proprietorship, general partnership, limited partnership, “S” corporation and limited liability company. It is advisable to consult an attorney or CPA for advice on which form will be the best fit for your company.

Personal Credit;

            If you intend to use a financial institution or investor for funding of your business, check your credit report first. The three major credit report agencies are; Equifax/ www.equifax.com, Experian/www.experian.com, and Transunion/www.transunion.com.

Register The Name Of Your Business;

            You will need to make sure that the name you have chosen for your business has not already been taken. This can be done by calling the Secretary Of State’s office or go online. If it is available then you will need to register it with your county office. If you intend to trademark your company’s name or logo, to check for US availability and applications go to; ourwww.USPTO.gov. A business attorney that specializes in patents and trademarks can also help you with this process. 

Business License;

            You will need to obtain a business license for the municipality in which your business is physically located.

Tax ID Number;

            This form is SS4 and is available through the IRS, your CPA or tax advisor.  The IRS website to obtain this form is : http://www.irs.gov/businesses/index.html

Register Your Business With Your State Tax Commission;

            This form is available through your state office or CPA and can be used to obtain an employer withholding number if you have employees and a retail license.

Real Estate;

            Whether buying or leasing real estate have an attorney review all transactions in case there are special considerations. And as a lessee make sure you are clear as to who is responsible for maintenance, up keep or damage to the property.

Zoning Regulations;

            Check with your city or county offices for zoning, occupancy permits, and sign permits.

Insurance;

            You will need to consult an agent on liability, Workers’ Compensation, casualty insurance, bonding etc. this will vary according to the type of business and number of employees.

Bookeeping;

            If you are not using an in house accountant or bookkeeper then you will need to consult one for advice on establishing a bookkeeping system.

Checking Account;

            Open a business checking account. Do not use your personal accounts for business transactions.

Credit Card Merchants;

            If your business will be accepting credit cards, check with the bank you are doing business with, and then shop around to make sure you are receiving the best possible rate.

Special Licensing or Permits;

            According to the type of business or industry you are going into it may require additional licensing or permits; Health Department, hazardous materials, occupational and professional licensing boards, OSHA, ABC, Department of Agriculture, etc.