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- How Stay-At-Home Orders Change Money Habits - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2020 from Leon ElwellThe most fruitful periods of growth often happen when they are the least expected. Teachers and parents call them teachable moments. By reflecting on how you handle the situation, you can learn a lot about yourself. The disruption caused by this year’s pandemic is a massive teachable moment for ...
Views: 322 - Updates on Paycheck Protection Program Just Released! - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2020 from Leon ElwellThe Senate blocked an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program as negotiations for a larger relief package continues between Democrats and the White House. The legislation was shot down 40 to 58 on October 20 as several lawmakers broke ranks and voted with the opposite party. The measure, ...
Views: 322 - Paying for College can be Less Taxing - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2020 from Leon ElwellParents facing college expenses have several provisions in the tax law to consider. The benefits don’t apply to all, but there is something of interest for many families. Tax credits The American Opportunity Tax Credit is available for certain tuition and fees, and it allows you to reduce ...
Views: 316 - Understanding Tax Terms: Structuring | Payroll services New Jersey - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2019 from Leon ElwellIf someone manipulates cash transactions to avoid required bank reporting to the Treasury Department, they are using the technique of structuring their transactions. Knowing what is reported and the power given to the IRS to seize related assets can be important. Background To identify ...
Views: 316 - Job-Hunters: Avoid Agency Scams | Business Accounting Systems - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2020 from Leon ElwellEmployment scams are not new, but they’ve become increasingly sophisticated as scammers design websites that effectively mimic the sites of legitimate companies. How can you keep from being ripped off by bogus job agencies? Do your research. Gather information about the job placement ...
Views: 310 - How to Build Your Emergency Fund – When You Have No Money - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2020 from Leon ElwellThis year’s pandemic highlights the importance of having enough money set aside in an emergency fund to cover six to nine months of key expenses should you lose your job. But how do you build an emergency fund if you don’t have any extra money? The easiest way to accomplish this is by ...
Views: 309 - New Federal Pandemic Benefits Available Via Executive Order - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2020 from Leon ElwellCongress continues to debate how to help navigate through the ongoing pandemic. In the meantime many benefits, including Federal Unemployment benefits, have expired. To help address this assistance gap, new Executive orders were signed by President Trump. Here is what you need to ...
Views: 303 - Financial Basics: Calculate Your Net Worth - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2020 from Leon ElwellWhatever your financial goals in life – whether they include buying a new house, taking a trip to Europe, funding your children’s college educations, having enough money fora comfortable retirement, or all of the above -you are more likely to reach your goals if you do some planning. The fact ...
Views: 300 - Understand the Time Value of Money | Business Accounting System - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2021 from Leon ElwellIf you were offered the choice of being paid $100 today or $100 a year from now, you would probably choose $100 today. After all, even at today’s low interest rates, your $100 might earn a small return over the next year. This simple example illustrates an important concept: that the value of ...
Views: 298 - Taking out a loan? Answer 3 questions first - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2020 from Leon ElwellFor many Americans, debt has become a way of life. A recent LendingTree analysis of the latest Federal Reserve data showed that total U.S. consumer debt is on track to exceed $4 trillion this year. The analysis showed Americans collectively owe more than 26 percent of their monthly income on ...
Views: 293 - Don’t Neglect Your Succession Planning | Business Accounting System - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2021 from Leon ElwellSuccession planning can be one of the most difficult issues faced by a family-owned business. As a business owner nearing retirement, how do you transfer leadership (and perhaps ownership) and keep the business running smoothly? Unfortunately, many businesses don’t survive the transition to the ...
Views: 292 - Switching Jobs? Here Are Several Options for your 401k - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2020 from Leon ElwellSuppose you’re switching jobs if you were furloughed because of the pandemic or you’re simply searching for greener pastures. If you have a 401(k) from your soon-to-be former employer, you must decide what to do with your retirement account when you leave. Here are your four options: Leave ...
Views: 290 - Everyone Needs a Financial Plan | Business Accounting Systems - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2021 from Leon ElwellAs some point you will be responsible for your own money. If that is not currently the case for you, here are some ideas to help get your financial plan in order. Retirement fund. Saving for retirement is crucial. Even small amounts can go towards U.S. savings bonds or mutual funds with an ...
Views: 282 - Job-Hunters: Avoid Agency Scams | Bookkeeping services NJ - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2020 from Leon ElwellEmployment scams are not new, but they’ve become increasingly sophisticated as scammers design websites that effectively mimic the sites of legitimate companies. How can you keep from being ripped off by bogus job agencies? Do your research. Gather information about the job placement ...
Views: 282 - Why do I need a tax professional when I can buy tax prep software? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from Leon ElwellAs tax professionals, we often are asked “Why do I need a tax professional when I can buy tax preparation software?” Let us explain… Tax software producers claim their products can prepare complex returns, but you may want to think twice before relying on software for all your tax and ...
Views: 279 - Understanding Tax Terms: Structuring | QuickBooks Consultant - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2019 from Leon ElwellIf someone manipulates cash transactions to avoid required bank reporting to the Treasury Department, they are using the technique of structuring their transactions. Knowing what is reported and the power given to the IRS to seize related assets can be important. Background To identify ...
Views: 276 - How to Build Profits with A Business Website - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2021 from Leon ElwellThe primary purposes of business websites are to attract customers and motivate them to take action. The action might be initiating contact, ordering something, bookmarking the site for future reference, or referring others to the business. If a site simply entertains without motivating, it’s ...
Views: 275 - 3 Tips to Steer Clear of Work-From-Home Scams - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2020 from Leon ElwellWith millions of Americans working remotely for the first time this year, the Federal Trade Commission is warning people about work-from-home scams. Here are some common work-from-home offers to be careful of according to the FTC: At-Home Medical Billing Businesses. Many medical billing ...
Views: 273 - 3 Tips to Steer Clear of Work-From-Home Scams |Tax and Accounting Firm Solutions - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2020 from Leon ElwellWith millions of Americans working remotely for the first time this year, the Federal Trade Commission is warning people about work-from-home scams. Here are some common work-from-home offers to be careful of according to the FTC: At-Home Medical Billing Businesses. Many medical billing ...
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