Question: Problem 3-1 (Algorithmic) Schedule C (LO 3.1, 3.3, 3.5, 3.7) Scott Butterfield is self-employed as a CPA. He uses the cash method of accounting, and
Problem 3-1 (Algorithmic) Schedule C (LO 3.1, 3.3, 3.5, 3.7)
Scott Butterfield is self-employed as a CPA. He uses the cash method of accounting, and his Social Security number is 644-47-7833. His principal business code is 541211. Scott's CPA practice is located at 678 Third Street, Riverside, CA 92860. Scott's income statement for the year shows the following:
| Income Statement | ||||||
| Scott Butterfield, CPA Income Statement 12/31/2020 | ||||||
| Current Period | Prior Period | |||||
| 1/1/2020 to 12/31/2020 | 1/1/2019 to 12/31/2019 | |||||
| REVENUES | ||||||
| Tax Services | $283,600 | $72,154 | ||||
| Accounting Services | 28,360 | 50,256 | ||||
| Other Consulting Services | 62,392 | 7,690 | ||||
| TOTAL REVENUES | 374,352 | 130,100 | ||||
| COST OF SERVICES | ||||||
| Salaries | 56,720 | 29,400 | ||||
| Payroll Taxes | 2,387 | 2,275 | ||||
| Supplies | 300 | 1,225 | ||||
| TOTAL COST OF SERVICES | 59,407 | 32,900 | ||||
| GROSS PROFIT (LOSS) | 314,945 | 97,200 | ||||
| OPERATING EXPENSES | ||||||
| Advertising and Promotion | 2,000 | |||||
| Business Licenses and Permits | 620 | 250 | ||||
| Charitable Contributions | 450 | 250 | ||||
| Continuing Education | 1,500 | |||||
| Dues and Subscriptions | 1,640 | 3,500 | ||||
| Insurance | 17,016 | 870 | ||||
| Meals and Entertainment | 12,762 | 5,400 | ||||
| Office Expense | 5,672 | |||||
| Postage and Delivery | 85 | |||||
| Printing and Reproduction | 2,836 | |||||
| Office Rent | 8,508 | 13,800 | ||||
| Travel | 11,344 | 750 | ||||
| Utilities | 3,403 | 2,724 | ||||
| TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES | 67,786 | 27,544 | ||||
| NET INCOME (LOSS) | $247,159 | $69,656 | ||||
Scott also mentioned the following:
- The expenses for dues and subscriptions were his country club membership dues for the year.
- Of the charitable contributions, $50 were made to a political action committee.
- Scott does not generate income from the sale of goods and therefore does not record supplies and wages as part of cost of goods sold.
- Scott placed a business auto in service on January 1, 2017 and drove it 6,904 miles for business, 4,142 miles for commuting, and 8,285 miles for nonbusiness purposes. His wife has a car for personal use.
Complete Schedule C for Scott showing Scott's net taxable profit from self-employment. Assume Scott has evidence to support his deductions. If required, only use the minus sign to indicate a net loss. When required, round amounts to the nearest dollar.
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How much are the taxes and fees? Please explain.
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