New contribution limits are on the horizon Contribution limits for the ever-popular health savings account (HSA) are set for 2023. The new limits are outlined here with current year amounts noted for comparison. So plan now for your 2023 contributions.What is an HSA?An HSA is a tax-advantaged savings account whose funds can be used to …
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Five Reasons Why the IRS Will Audit You
Underreported income and math errors are key mistakes that can trigger an audit from the IRS. Having your taxes prepared by a professional can significantly reduce this risk. Each year, the IRS audits over 1 million tax returns. With agency resources shrinking, the IRS is more selective when choosing which tax returns to audit. Knowing …
Retirement Basics: Understanding Tax Efficient
In a new inflationary world its time to be aware of shrinkflation and review suggestions to get the most out of your bank accounts. Here are some ideas. Plus tax surprises and new mileage rates! One of the basics when considering how to fund your retirement is to be as tax efficient with your income …
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Client Update Newsletter: July 2022
In a new inflationary world its time to be aware of shrinkflation and review suggestions to get the most out of your bank accounts. Here are some ideas. Plus tax surprises and new mileage rates! The recent run of inflation is causing many people to rethink how to save and where to spend. In this …
IRS Announces NEW 2022 Mileage Rates – New rates begin in July
The IRS responds to high gas prices by raising the standard mileage rate in the second half of 2022. Here is what you need to know. In a recent announcement, the IRS raised the standard mileage rates for travel beginning in July, 2022. Use the previously announced mileage rates for qualified travel in the first …
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Tax & Business Newsletter: June 2022
Your business must prepare for new reporting requirements if you accept credit cards, debit cards, or use third-party payment processors like PayPal, Venmo or Stripe. Here is what you need to know. New tax laws usually mean more work for you preparing future tax returns, and this year is no different. In this month’s newsletter …
Tax Planning Insights: June 2022
If you're interested in minimizing your tax obligations and maximizing your savings, consider the helpful tips and ideas you'll find in this newsletter. Call if you would like to discuss how any of this information relates to you. If you know someone that can benefit from this newsletter, feel free to send it to them. …
Client Update Newsletter: June 2022
The last thing you may want to do during the summer is start thinking about your 2022 tax return! The best way to lower your tax bill for next year, however, is to start looking for tax cutting strategies as soon as possible. In this month’s newsletter, read about some tax planning tips to help …
NON-Retiree Retirement Ideas
Want money when you retire? Here are some tips. Here are five common retirement planning ideas and what you can do to take advantage of them. The key is retirement planning starts now, not decades from now when you are reaching retirement age.1. Having a planSurprisingly, most do not know how much money is needed …
I’m Being Audited by the IRS!
Less than 1% of more than 145 million individual tax returns filed during 2021 will be selected for audit. The percentage increases for higher income taxpayers, along with tax returns in areas of specific interest to the IRS. Here's what you should remember if you receive a notice from the IRS of an impending audit:IRS …
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