Companies that operate in the United States have a lot of dates to remember throughout the year. Federal deadlines are important in filing tax information, keeping up on employment notifications and making sure that self-employed individuals pay their estimated taxes each quarter. Missing a federal deadline could mean penalties, fines and possible tax consequences.

January 15, 2016

• All 1040-ES 2015 fourth quarter payments must be submitted

February 1, 2016

• People who chose not to pay their final 1040-ES payments on January 15, 2016 can file their full returns and not sustain a penalty
• Businesses must issue all 1099 forms
• Farm employers must file form 943 for Social Security and Medicare filings
• All employers must file form 940 for 2015 unemployment taxes
• Form 720 for fourth quarter of 2015 must be filed
• Companies must file form 2290 for any vehicles that were first utilized in December 2015

February 16, 2016

• Employees must file income tax exemption forms with employers

February 29, 2016

• Businesses must file information returns for payments made in 2015
• Form 1096 for payment of gambling winnings and copy A of form W-2G must be filed
• All employers must file their W-3 and copy A forms for each W-2 issued in 2015
• Large food and beverage employers must file form 8027 regarding tip income
• Form 730 required for all wagers placed in January
• Form 2290 required for all vehicles first put into service in January

March 15, 2016

• All corporations must file a form 1120 for their annual return
• Partnerships must distribute K-1 forms to all partners

March 31, 2016

• All forms 1097, 1098, 1099, 3921, 3922 and W2-G must be filed electronically
• Employers must file all W-2 forms electronically

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Regeneration projects are designed to improve living standards, lifestyle opportunities, transport links and business investment in areas of London. Current regeneration projects scheduled to begin between 2016 and 2018 are expected to boost the London economic outlook by providing jobs, business floorspace and improved public transport.

Six key regeneration projects include:

Old Oak Common: located within the Park Royal Opportunity Area, Old Oak Common is in West London near Vauxhall Nine Elms, White City, Park Royal and Earls Court. With residential housing and business commercial spaces to secure, the site will benefit from a new transport super-hub station combining London Overground stations with HS2 and Cross-rail. Investors will be interested in the sale of the development upon completion and lettings income.

New Covent Garden Market, Nine Elms: 115,000 sq ft of commercial accommodation within this mixed-use development is designed to act as a gateway to the Battersea opportunity area. Property values (predicted to grow by 140 per cent) include commercial property next to the coveted Northern Line extension – vastly improving the speed and efficacy of transport links to central London. The development is due to start in late 2015, early 2016, and complete in 2017. With the nearby New Covent Garden Market trading fresh produce close by, this area is also bound to attract restaurant and hotel investment.

The Silvertown, Royal Docks – London: The Silvertown Partnership commercial building zone will be completed in 2018. Offering over 50 acres of commercial space the area is sure to be popular with businesses seeking purchase near the world-class Excel Centre, the London City Airport and The Royal Dock. The new Crossrail station (and links to HS2) for the Excel Centre will be a 5 minute walk away (when completed), making The Silvertown a choice business spot within the buzzing financial area comprising Canary Wharf and Greenwich. For larger investors, there is still the chance to become a major equity partner in this £1.8 billion pound development.

Alexandra Palace – For smaller investors the iconic Alexandra Palace is in need of regeneration and requires around 50% of the building funding to restore the Palace to commercial glory, once again. For approximately £100 million this Grade II listed property, originally opened in 1873, is to be converted into a four storey hotel. Famous for the south-westerly views which take in almost all of London, the hotel is expected to attract top clientele, providing an excellent, regular turnover. For a chance to own the ‘People’s Palace’ and a slice of history, a small investor might see this regeneration project as a worthwhile investment. Read more »