Your Receipts are Important: Save Them

Deduction opportunities abound for people who know the importance of saving their receipts and keeping proper documentation. Make sure you’re taking the right steps to make qualified deductions during filing season.

Set Fraud Alerts after Equifax Breach!

Fraud Alerts can be a strong preventative tool, as they allow creditors to be forewarned that a person may be at a heightened risk of identity theft. You may place a fraud alert by using the contact information below.

The Tax Benefits of Staying Single for 2017

Have you ever heard of the marriage penalty? It means you could be taxed more as a married couple than you would as single people making the same amount of money. This is because single filers almost always have higher income thresholds when moving to
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4 Common Ways You Risk Data and Identity Breach

How employees handle & dispose of documents can make or break you.

Stay Away from Structuring 2017

Avoiding bank reporting by manipulating cash transactions is called structuring – and it’s against the law. Know the rules around structuring and how to make sure your business isn’t questioned by the IRS.

Do A Business Valuation When You’re Ready To Sell Your Company

If you’re thinking of selling your company, a proper appraisal is a necessary starting point to ensure your business is priced properly and you will be able to attract potential buyers. Read more.

Becoming a Smarter Renter in 2017

It seems everyone has a tale of a bad rental experience. If you rent anything – a home, a piece of equipment, or a car – here are some hints that can make it a positive experience. Read more.

Tips on Tip Reporting in 2017

Working in the service industry often means part of your income comes in the form of tips. Keeping records of your tips is a necessary part of reporting this income for tax purposes, but do you have a good system in place to do this?
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The Internal Revenue Service is Now Tracking Bitcoin

The Internal Revenue Service has signed a contract with a company called Chainalysis that offers software for analyzing and tracking bitcoin transactions. The IRS has been pushing for ways to tax bitcoin transactions. In 2014, it issued basic guidance in Notice 2014-21 stating that virtual currencies such
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How to Cut Car Maintenance Costs in 2017

The cost of one trip to the auto mechanic can do severe damage to your monthly budget. Follow these five auto maintenance tips to help save money over time. Read more.