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Ten Tax Tips for Individuals
Tax Tips for Individuals January 30, 2019 Frequent tax law changes have made the tax code very complicated; only the informed taxpayer can take advantage of tax-cutting opportunities that remain. Here are some suggestions you should consider if you're interested...
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New Form 1040
Navigating the New Form 1040 January 11, 2019 We are here to help navigate the biggest tax overhaul in 30 years on a new Form 1040 with six new schedules. Now that the new Form 1040 is finalized, here are three main takeaways for this tax season: The Main Form...
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Tips for a Faster Tax Refund
Resolutions for a Faster Tax Refund January 7, 2019 As the tax filing season approaches, there are steps you can take now to speed up the filing process. The faster your return is filed, the faster you get your refund. Even if you end up owing money to the IRS,...
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Credit Card Management
Seasonal Spender or Credit Card Addict? December 13, 2018 It's not a big surprise if you find yourself reaching for your credit card more often around the holidays. The National Retail Federation is projecting that consumers plan to spend an average of $1,007 on...
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The New Business Deduction
The New Business Deduction December 31, 2018 A new deduction is available to businesses with qualified business income (QBI). While that's great news, new deductions (especially ones with lots of rules) can bring anxiety and confusion. Never fear! Ensuring you...
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6 Last-Second Money-Saving Tax Moves
6 Last-Second Money-Saving Tax Moves December 19, 2018 As 2018 winds down, there is still time to reduce your potential tax obligation. Here are some ideas to make your 2018 tax return less of a burden on your wallet: Accelerate Expenses. Individual taxpayers are...
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Planning for Staffing Decisions
Layoffs Imminent? Include These 4 Steps in Your Plan December 21, 2018 Whether your firm is large, small or somewhere in between, you may be faced with rising costs and declining revenues. This, in turn, may force you to make tough personnel decisions, including...
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Donations
5 Ways to Get Smart When Giving at Year-end December 27, 2018 The end of the year has arrived. Here are a handful of charitable donation strategies to consider if you want to boost your deductions for 2018: 1. Audit-proof Your Claims. The IRS imposes strict...
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2018 Tax Planning for Businesses Expert Advice from Tax Partner, Karen DelleSite December 4, 2018 2018 Year End Tax Planning for Individuals Year-end Planning Tips to Take Advantage of the Tax Law Change Expert Advice from Tax Partner, Karen Delle Site We have...
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2018 Tax Planning for Businesses Expert Advice from Tax Partner, Karen DelleSite December 4, 2018 2018 Year End Tax Planning for Businesses "This is my favorite time of year because I can help our business clients plan for their future. Give us a call to discuss...
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Self Employed Advantages
Self-employed Tax Breaks November 29, 2018 When it comes to taxes, being self-employed has some advantages. Whether you work for yourself on a full-time basis or just do a little moonlighting on the side, the government has provided you with a variety of tax...
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Year End Investment Moves
Year End Investment Moves November 9, 2018 As year-end approaches, take a closer look at your investment portfolio. There may be some tax-saving strategies worth considering. Check out the following areas: Wash Sales. Thinking of selling a security before Dec. 31...
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Big Business Competition
Small Businesses: How to Compete Against the Big Guys November 14, 2018 When big-box stores come to town, how can a small business successfully compete? That's a tough question. While one answer doesn't fit all cases, certain strategies have proven effective for...
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Fiduciary Services
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Banking Trends
How to Survive 3 Unavoidable Banking Trends November 7, 2018 Smartphones and other technological advances enable banks to create products and services that dramatically change the way you bank. Here is a primer on three of the biggest banking trends and tips to...
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Year End Tax Essentials
5 Year End Tax Essentials November 1, 2018 Mark your calendar to review these essential items each year to ensure you are not missing something that could cause tax trouble when you file your tax return: Required Minimum Distributions If you are 70½ or older, you...
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Protect Your Privacy
Protect Your Privacy October 16, 2018 Do you use a smart phone, tablet or desktop computer to connect with friends and make purchases, as well as share health concerns with your doctor? If so, your privacy may be at risk. Companies called "data brokers" routinely...
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Financial Stress
Tips to Relieve Financial Stress October 10, 2018 Because financial stress is a normal part of life for most people, learning to cope with money worries is important — vital, in fact — for maintaining positive relationships, job productivity and personal health. If...
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Minimize Your Taxes
Minimize Your Taxes Launch a Tax Strategy October 1, 2018 Consider conducting a final tax planning review now to see if you can still take actions to minimize your taxes this year. Here are some ideas to get you started. Assess Your Income. Begin by determining how...
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Tax Changes You Need to Know : Education
Tax Changes You Need to Know In Education September 24, 2018 As students gear up to head back to school, there are some changes to education deductions that could save or cost you more in taxes and even raise college tuition costs. Here is what you need to know to...
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Charitable Taxable Work
Minimize Your Tax Bill with Your Charitable Work September 20, 2018 How To Get A Tax Break If you do volunteer work for a charitable organization and have not kept track of your out-of-pocket expenses, you might be passing up an excellent opportunity to lower your...
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Large-scale tax change – tax surprise
Is a Tax Surprise Waiting for You? September 12, 2018 Often lost in the excitement of large-scale tax change is how they can negatively impact some individual situations. Check out the questions below to see if you might be in for a tax surprise this year. Will You...
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Succession Planning
Succession Planning for Business Owners September 28, 2018 Succession planning is very important for business owners, especially those with a family-owned business. Before you sit down with your tax and legal advisors to draw up a succession plan, you should think...
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Keep the Right Records for Tax Purposes
Record Keeping for Tax Purposes September 18, 2018 Tax law change can be good — but it can also be messy. Make sure you're keeping track of everything you need for the 2018 tax season (and beyond) using these pro-approved tips: 1. Create A Separate Bank Account For...
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Improve Your Credit Score
Give Your Credit Score a Boost September 6, 2018 Your credit score is one of the most important aspects of your financial health. It is used by potential lenders, landlords and even employers to analyze your financial situation in one way or another. Here are some...
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