Tax Day…April 18th?
Tax Day...April 18th? For the second year in a row, the traditional April 15th Federal Tax filing due date is being moved for a local holiday observance. Here's what you need to know about Emancipation Day and how it affects the traditional tax filing deadline....
Tax Quiz – The Very First Form 1040
Tax Quiz - The Very First Form 1040 While Lincoln introduced the country to income tax to fund the Civil War, the modern 1040 individual income tax form was introduced in 1913. Here's a short quiz to see how well you know what was included on this very first tax form....
Business Advice: Every Impression Matters
Business Advice: Every Impression Matters With competition abounding for virtually every product or service, businesses need to hone every advantage available to them. One of the ways you can set your business apart from the pack is to create an awesome customer...
Tips for Working Beyond Retirement Age
Tips for Working Beyond Retirement Age You may be one of many Americans who plan to work into retirement. Some report they need to work because their savings declined over the past several years, while others say they choose to work because of the greater sense of...
Getting the Most Out of Homeowners Insurance
Getting the Most Out of Homeowners Insurance Looking for a way to tackle insomnia? Read your homeowners insurance policy. Kidding aside, it’s worth the effort. This is especially important as insurance costs are going through the roof and too many surprises occur when...
New Tax Rules Mean Changes for Retirement Accounts
New Tax Rules Mean Changes for Retirement Accounts The SECURE Act 2.0, passed by Congress in late 2022, features numerous ways for you to save more money in your tax advantaged retirement accounts. Here are several of the bill’s provisions and what they mean for you....
Save Your Business Time and Money by Getting Organized
Save Your Business Time and Money by Getting Organized Here are some suggestions to help you master the art of documenting and organizing your business now and in the future. Document policies and procedures. Write down daily responsibilities, skills needed to...
Creating Financial Goals as a Couple
Creating Financial Goals as a Couple Financial goals make it possible for you and your partner to achieve the things you dream about. Here are several action items to create – and achieve – financial goals as a couple: Start talking sooner rather than later. Finances...
Jumpstart Your Savings with These 3 Rules
Jumpstart Your Savings with These 3 Rules While U.S. savings habits are improving, nearly 50% of Americans have no more than $500 in the event of an emergency. If you want to ramp up your savings, every little bit helps. Consider these 3 rules to jumpstart your...
Attention Businesses: File on Time or Pay the Price!
Attention Businesses: File on Time or Pay the Price! March 15th is the tax-filing due date for calendar year S-corporations and partnerships. While this filing deadline does not require making a tax payment, missing the due date could cost you a hefty penalty. The...