Corporate Tax in Malden, Massachusetts

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Corporate Tax Lawyers in Malden

In Malden, Massachusetts, a "corporation" is an entity that is, under the law, distinct from any of its owners. Essentially, this means that the people who own a corporation, and the corporation itself, are distinct "persons."

This concept is referred to as "corporate personhood" in Massachusetts, and it typically means that, for many purposes under the law, corporations are treated the same as individual people, being subject to many of the same rights and responsibilities.

One of the major legal duties a corporation has is the requirement that it pay taxes on its income, just as a person would.

Corporate Tax Rate in Malden, Massachusetts

Every profit-earning corporation in the U.S. must, legally, pay the federal corporate income tax. Many states additionally have their own corporate income tax, which corporations located in Malden, Massachusetts have to remit.

The federal corporate income tax rate is different from the tax rate that applies to individuals. The highest corporate tax rate at the federal level is 35% of income - applying to companies that make over .3 million per year. Corporations earning under ,000 pay a 15% tax rate. There are various tax brackets in between.

Likewise, chances are good that the corporate tax rate in Massachusetts are different from individual income taxes. However, many states feel that their economies would be best served by attracting as many businesses as possible. For that reasons, in a large number of states, the corporate income tax rate is considerably lower than the individual rate.

In Malden, Massachusetts, corporations must pay both the federal and state corporate income tax. Failing to pay these taxes can result in grave punishment, including huge fines which can put a corporation out of business.

How Can a Malden, Massachusetts Corporate Tax Lawyer Help?

Many major corporations employ tax lawyers full time, to guarantee that they are in conformity with tax laws, and find legal means to reduce their tax liability.

Of course, smaller companies in Malden can't afford to have full-time legal and accounting departments on their payroll. Therefore, if your business is organized as a corporation, and has an issue with its taxes, it's imperative that you contact a Malden, Massachusetts tax attorney as soon as possible.

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Life in Malden

Malden is a city located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It has a population of slightly over 55,000 people.

The first European settlers in Malden were a group of Puritans, who purchased the land from the Pawtucket Indians. In 1648, the code of enacted laws in New England was printed in Malden. During the American Revolution, Malden played an important role in the American Revolution, and was a major stronghold of revolutionary sympathies.

Malden contains many fascinating historical landmarks, most of which are from the Revolutionary era and before. Malden is also home to several recreational areas, including parks and various sporting fields. Perhaps most notably, Malden is home to Pine Banks, a 107 acre recreational park featuring playgrounds, picnic areas, and a large, undeveloped area for hiking.

Malden, Massachusetts is also home to Middlesex Falls Reservation, a Massachusetts state park, which boasts many recreational activities for those who enjoy the outdoors.

If you live in Malden, Massachusetts, and need a lawyer, there's a good chance you'll be able to find the right one. Malden, Massachusetts lawyers can handle almost any case you might have.

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