You may not have even completed your 2013 taxes yet. But now is an ideal time to start getting ready for your 2014 returns. We know that you’re in some stage of preparation for your 2013 income taxes. It may seem odd to start thinking about 2014
Read more →There is little question that one of the biggest concerns of parents today is their childrens’ online safety. There are few barriers keeping young children from setting up a Facebook account or a free service through Google. Thankfully, in the FTC issued amendments to the Children’s Online
Read more →Item 2014 2013 Change Maximum income tax rate 39.6% 39.6% – Maximum Medicare tax rate 2.35% 2.35% – Social Security employee rate 6.2% 6.2% – Max Dividend/Capital Gain rate 23.8% 23.8% – Personal Exemption $3,950 $3,900 +$50 Standard Deductions Single $6,200 $6,100 +$100 Joint or Qualifying Widow
Read more →Feeling generous? Want to give a gift of cash or something equivalent to a family member or friend? You should understand the tax implications. There are numerous reasons why you might want to give a gift to someone you know. Maybe a family member has gone through
Read more →Knowing the tricks makes you a better buyer There are many reasons for you to lease a car versus buy a car, but too often it is the auto dealer’s profit motive that determines which method you use. To help make sure you do not become a
Read more →I have to admit, as a CPA, I am pretty hard to please when it comes accounting software. I am regularly invited to try a new accounting packages by vendors in hopes that I will fall in love with it and promote it to my clients. Most
Read more →QuickBooks can be used as is (with some exceptions), but you can customize many elements to improve your workflow, your form output and your business insight. While many of the things you purchase and use in your daily work and professional lives don’t come with options, many
Read more →If you’re used to opening an envelope, writing a check and mailing your payment, you’ll find bill-paying easier and faster in QuickBooks Online. If you’re paying bills manually, this is probably one of your least favorite accounting chores. First, you know that you’re sending money away. And
Read more →The health care legislation commonly known as Obamacare has many provisions that are being implemented over a number of years. As we start 2014, those that currently have no health insurance could be facing a tax penalty. Beginning in January, 2014, everyone will be required to have
Read more →Five Ideas for a Better 2014 As you buckle down and try to make plans to accomplish your 2014 resolutions, don’t forget to conduct an annual review of things that impact your paycheck. Here is a checklist of five financial items to review: Conduct a new
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