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As a small business owner, you have lots to do as you come closer to the end of the year. The last thing on your mind is most likely filing income taxes for your small business or corporation. Heck, they’re not due for months yet. The sooner you put your mind to organizing your financial records for tax purposes, the smoother the process will be and, most likely, the more money you’ll be able to keep in your pocket when it’s all over. Here are some things that you can begin t