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Tips for Selecting an Employee Benefits Advisor
“Employees are the backbone of an organization.” You’ve probably heard that phrase repeated a time or twenty. The reason you’ve heard it time and again is because it’s true! A company’s workforce is crucial to the success of that company.
Donating Your Vehicle to Charity May Not be a Taxwise Decision
You’ve probably seen or heard ads urging you to donate your car to charity. “Make a difference and receive tax savings,” one organization states. But donating a vehicle may not result in a big tax deduction — or any deduction at all.
Thinking About Moving to Another State in Retirement? Don’t Forget About Taxes
When you retire, you may consider moving to another state — say, for the weather or to be closer to your loved ones. Don’t forget to factor state and local taxes into the equation. Establishing residency for state tax purposes may be more complicated than it initially appears to be.
The Chances of IRS Audit are Down But You Should Still be Prepared
The IRS just released its audit statistics for the 2018 fiscal year, and fewer taxpayers had their returns examined as compared with prior years. However, even though a small percentage of tax returns are being chosen for audit these days, that will be little consolation if yours is one of them.
A Win-Win: Hire Your Children This Summer
If you’re a business owner and you hire your children (or grandchildren) this summer, you can obtain tax breaks and other nontax benefits. The kids can gain on-the-job experience, save for college and learn how to manage money. And you may be able to:
- Shift your high-taxed income into tax-free or low-taxed income,
- Realize payroll tax savings (depending on the child’s age and how your business is organized), and
- Enable retirement plan contributions for the children.
Four Tips to Achieve Work-Life Balance
The phrase “work hard, play hard” has become very popular in recent years. Different people have their own personal interpretation of the saying. For some, it means long days at the office and all-night parties. While that formula might work for them, we believe it’s all about giving your best to make a living, and then rewarding yourself with new and fun adventures. read more…