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Here are several myths that could be getting in the way of securing money to pay for school. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/never-take-on-the-irs-alone monthly 0.5 2023-06-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1686265148397-N12OFVCXFFZ0XA8SQZVT/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Never Take on the IRS Alone - Sleuthing your way through a tax audit by yourself is not the same as fixing a leaky faucet or changing your oil. Here are reasons you should seek professional help as soon as you receive a letter from the IRS: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/ideas-to-save-money-this-summer monthly 0.5 2023-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1686264541821-5K53I23ZPFUJBAFT1A1E/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Ideas to Save Money this Summer - Summertime is often the best time of the year to spend time with family and plan something fun. With the kids out of school, plenty of vacation time accrued at work and a fully funded travel budget, you may even be able to book a getaway somewhere tropical, historic or particularly appealing to your family’s interests and tastes. But there are summer spending traps to be aware of — both on vacation and at home. If you want to get through the summer season without breaking the bank, watch out for these sneaky, yet prevalent expenses that can spiral easily when everyone is home together. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/shield-your-emergency-fund-from-inflation monthly 0.5 2023-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1686263362638-S31CUOAVI1JTIAAIELWX/unsplash-image-pypeCEaJeZY.jpg News & Updates - Shield Your Emergency Fund From Inflation - Most financial experts suggest keeping three to six months worth of household expenses in savings to help in case of emergency. But with record inflation, that task just got a lot harder to accomplish as virtually every safe place to put your emergency funds will not provide interest rates that keep pace with inflation. But that does not mean you cannot increase the rate of return on these funds. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/make-your-childs-summer-break-a-tax-break-1 monthly 0.5 2023-06-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1686181774881-AOK5BRTSSIH63QXSN3IG/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Make Your Child's Summer Break a Tax Break! - As a busy working parent, you may be on the lookout for activities that are available for your kids this summer. There may be a solution that’s also a tax break: Summer camp! Using the Child and Dependent Care Credit, you can be reimbursed for part of the cost of enrolling your child in a day camp. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/make-your-cash-worth-more-1 monthly 0.5 2023-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1683590605987-32CLI44G16I66HKNQXW0/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Make Your Cash Worth More - Banking tips to help you cash in One of the side benefits of inflation is that banks are finally beginning to pay interest on your savings. Here are some ideas to help you make the most of your banked cash: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/the-home-gain-exclusion-make-sure-you-qualify monthly 0.5 2023-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1683590256066-08D9KUXILXVYUZ4J7OCJ/unsplash-image-xQhqS7OWEqE.jpg News & Updates - The Home Gain Exclusion: Make Sure You Qualify! - The home gain exclusion is one of the most generous tax breaks available to taxpayers, providing the ability to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 married) in capital gains on the sale of your personal residence. Here is what you need to know… https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/safeguarding-your-businesss-cash-with-segregation-of-duties monthly 0.5 2023-05-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1683590103624-VSDCLNI85ULNKLGO9551/unsplash-image-wTO6MWpMrJk.jpg News & Updates - Safeguarding Your Business's Cash with Segregation of Duties - Fraud and embezzlement don't just happen at large companies. In fact, theft may be more common in small businesses because many lack internal controls that are typically in place at larger organizations. But the good news is that effective internal controls don't have to be complicated or expensive https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/graduation-season-a-great-time-to-review-money-basics monthly 0.5 2023-05-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1683589144942-NE4PE3D10J0KNUR7EV9D/unsplash-image-l5sAmrAOw9g.jpg News & Updates - Graduation Season: A Great Time to Review Money Basics - With graduation season just around the corner, now it a great time to review five key money basics for both students and the entire family. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tax-tips-for-your-summer-job monthly 0.5 2023-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1683072329654-WJMLTBN9UIYQ7459HJXR/unsplash-image-SYx3UCHZJlo.jpg News & Updates - Tax Tips for Your Summer Job - Summer brings warm weather, fun outdoor activities, and new opportunities to earn some additional income. Taxes on seasonal income, however, need to be handled with care, whether they're related to your child's first job or an extra income opportunity for you. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/calling-all-taxpayers-plan-now-or-pay-later monthly 0.5 2023-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1683071538675-A5B6TSDL5U6DBXCLUDLU/unsplash-image-XihOO7UOvy4.jpg News & Updates - Calling All Taxpayers: Plan Now or Pay Later - Procrastination is easy, especially when it comes to summertime tax planning. But waiting to implement strategies to reduce your 2023 tax obligations could cost you money. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/everyone-wants-a-piece-of-your-income monthly 0.5 2023-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1680737793750-VLHOE18OID3FNDI29ZLJ/unsplash-image-pVtZ5q1RbtI.jpg News & Updates - Everyone Wants a Piece of Your Income - Put a live frog in hot water and he'll jump out. Put a live frog in cold water, turn the burner on and you'll have frog legs for dinner. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/five-small-business-insurance-review-tips monthly 0.5 2023-04-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1680737051162-JDDXH4TMJM5UNZCA8ZGP/unsplash-image-FlPc9_VocJ4.jpg News & Updates - Five Small Business Insurance Review Tips - Changes in your business equipment, real estate holdings, the amount of inventory, and the number of employees are all good reasons to review your business's insurance in addition to your annual review. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/great-money-habits monthly 0.5 2023-04-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1680736372822-IIWPF2QBQ8R4QWQF0VR1/unsplash-image-Q59HmzK38eQ.jpg News & Updates - Great Money Habits Developing and maintaining great money habits can help you lay the foundation for achieving your financial goals. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/help-older-adults-stand-up-against-scams monthly 0.5 2023-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1680735856873-7I748G5BIBLYTGGD69MF/unsplash-image-Dkn8-zPIbwo.jpg News & Updates - Help Older Adults Stand Up Against Scams - While anyone can become a scam victim, fraudsters usually turn to one demographic above all others: older adults. Here's a look at some of the more common scams that target older adults, along with some ideas to help stand up against these would-be thieves. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/12rluqle6zuk7odq5nau4mhjvo61u4 monthly 0.5 2023-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1679358507244-0EE4HCELNCG5DOESA7T9/unsplash-image-RJQE64NmC_o.jpg News & Updates - Know Your Rights When Debt Collectors Call - At some point in your life you may be on the receiving end of a debt collection phone call. More often than not, these calls are either fraud or in error, or may be due to some other unforeseen circumstance. Whatever the reason, what everyone should know is that there are strict rules in the U.S. that forbid any kind of harassment. By knowing your rights, you can deal with these situations with minimum hassle. Here are some suggestions. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/6w7zb0inzr1cnvoqv7vamrxnr3ck57 monthly 0.5 2023-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1679357775154-9SAQ73R33IR91DR9TGJM/unsplash-image-LQ1t-8Ms5PY.jpg News & Updates - Business Advice: Every Impression Matters - With competition abounding for virtually every product or service, businesses need to hone every advantage available to them. One of the ways you can set your business apart from the pack is to create an awesome customer experience starting with the first interaction that continues through the entirety of the relationship. How does one foster this level of customer service? Here are several ideas to help you get there: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/e2fn4f5rxyexufcajvrde2hkrh6b1c monthly 0.5 2023-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1679356794187-CSVM6AKOZ4V5NDKG8RGM/unsplash-image-C7B-ExXpOIE.jpg News & Updates - Tips for Working Beyond Retirement Age - You may be one of many Americans who plan to work into retirement. Some report they need to work because their savings declined over the past several years, while others say they choose to work because of the greater sense of purpose and engagement that working provides. 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Here are some areas that may require a review. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/oob9c6was6hbnn950fjnr9eh5pxmiv monthly 0.5 2023-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1679355281429-O18WPYM8S6IOM2Q42XXF/unsplash-image-OBok3F8buKY.jpg News & Updates - New Tax Rules Mean Changes for Retirement Accounts - The SECURE Act 2.0, passed by Congress in late 2022, features numerous ways for you to save more money in your tax advantaged retirement accounts. Here are several of the bill’s provisions and what they mean for you. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/keys-to-keeping-great-business-records monthly 0.5 2023-01-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1674174829728-9X5FKUK85JZHEZJVP5Z9/unsplash-image-snNHKZ-mGfE.jpg News & Updates - Keys to Keeping Great Business Records - Your bookkeeping system is the financial heart and lifeblood of your business. When set up and operating properly, your books help you make smart decisions and seamlessly turn your financial data into useful information. Here are four key characteristics to building and maintaining a healthy bookkeeping system: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tips-to-get-your-finances-in-tip-top-shape monthly 0.5 2023-01-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1674174575606-IHVLQORZCXC1ALJQAIGA/unsplash-image-jrh5lAq-mIs.png News & Updates - Tips to Get Your Finances in Tip-Top Shape - Here are some tips to get your finances in tip-top shape for 2023. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/correcting-common-financial-mistakes monthly 0.5 2023-01-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1674174345404-N0JKLVYB1QPF2OAT0GO3/unsplash-image-nApaSgkzaxg.jpg News & Updates - Correcting Common Financial Mistakes - You’re working at the office, getting stuff done around the house, or hanging out with family when — wham! — a phone call, email or text alerts you that something happened with your finances. When a not-so-nice financial event hits, don’t let it take you down. Here are some common miscues and steps to remedy each situation: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/plan-your-retirement-savings-goals-for-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-01-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1674174019035-50W7RYKFV85X0D9T1500/unsplash-image-joqWSI9u_XM.jpg News & Updates - Plan Your Retirement Savings Goals for 2023 A big jump in cost-of-living calculations means a big jump in how much you can contribute to retirement accounts in 2023! Now is the time to plan your retirement contributions to take full advantage of this tax benefit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/8824a599-8075-42da-af39-ab528fa5c450/Plan.jpg News & Updates - Plan Your Retirement Savings Goals for 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/its-tax-time-tips-to-get-organized monthly 0.5 2023-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1674173465758-2P6Y631EP21KONX0WHAJ/unsplash-image-flRm0z3MEoA.jpg News & Updates - It's Tax Time! Tips to Get Organized - The beginning of a new year brings the need to recap the previous one for Uncle Sam. Here are some tips and a checklist to help get you organized. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/shrink-your-tax-bill-in-2023 monthly 0.5 2022-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1670544641854-WNW5GOTASF48WB6TT8GP/unsplash-image-kQV4KrcM2kY.jpg News & Updates - Shrink Your Tax Bill in 2023 - Here are several strategies to consider to shrink your tax bill in 2023. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/fork-in-the-road-repair-or-replace-your-vehicle monthly 0.5 2022-12-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1670288781191-VIUNF54WIK8KGYZIO1KQ/unsplash-image-JtP_Dqtz6D8.jpg News & Updates - Fork in the Road: Repair or Replace Your Vehicle - Deciding whether to put more money into an aging car or to replace it with a new or used vehicle is rarely a simple decision. Plus skyrocketing vehicle prices and economic uncertainty are making the decision process even tougher. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/identity-thieves-love-tax-season monthly 0.5 2022-12-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1670288259131-67YF9B2QKQN67US566MQ/unsplash-image-I_pOqP6kCOI.jpg News & Updates - Identity Thieves Love Tax Season - The vast amount of information shared online during tax season makes it a haven for identity thieves, and they're doing everything they can to take advantage of the opportunity! Here are several ways that identity thieves are targeting you, common signs of ID theft and steps to take if you become a victim. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/year-end-tax-cutting-ideas monthly 0.5 2022-12-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1670287564625-J86TPHKB901EYI50DE0C/unsplash-image-kAJLRQwt5yY.jpg News & Updates - Year-End Tax Cutting Ideas Here are moves you can make to reduce your taxable income. But the year is quickly coming to a close, so plan accordingly. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/customer-retention-metrics-you-need-to-know monthly 0.5 2022-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1669164048190-SUF4BJC5VGRDHSJ0GU6H/unsplash-image-vWchRczcQwM.jpg News & Updates - Customer Retention Metrics You Need to Know Your business’s ability to retain customers is one of the most important components to sustained growth and profitability. Here are the three retention metrics useful for every business owner. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tis-the-season-for-gift-card-fraud monthly 0.5 2022-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1669163897715-F5SU95JGX0ZPBUHRW8G7/unsplash-image-Rv_UID0uyMM.jpg News & Updates - 'Tis the Season for Gift Card Fraud With supply chain snarls still plaguing parts of the U.S. economy, many consumers are turning to gift cards as the holiday present of choice this year. In fact, according to the website Research and Markets, the United States gift card industry is expected to reach $188 billion in 2022. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/raising-a-financially-savvy-child monthly 0.5 2022-11-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1669163478191-LO7DROIKHQX8AB1XBYEE/unsplash-image--Ux5mdMJNEA.jpg News & Updates - Raising a Financially Savvy Child If you have children or grandchildren, you have an opportunity to give them a jump-start on their journey to becoming financially responsible adults. While teaching your child about money and finances is easier when you start early, it's never too late to impart your wisdom. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tax-court-corner monthly 0.5 2022-11-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1669163188272-ZZTP1K1O3HKPQAMMYQ6J/unsplash-image-veNb0DDegzE.jpg News & Updates - Tax Court Corner - Here’s a roundup of several recent tax court cases and what they mean for you. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/social-security-to-see-significant-adjustment-for-2023 monthly 0.5 2022-11-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1669161869639-LJRN1OEE70ZT97XZWRQQ/unsplash-image-78hTqvjYMS4.jpg News & Updates - Social Security to See Significant Adjustment for 2023 - Your 2023 Social Security Benefits Find out how your benefits have changed https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/planning-for-future-care-a-financial-dilemma monthly 0.5 2022-10-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1664409098907-Y0FV4OZB6XHACOS1EOVU/unsplash-image-ItphH2lGzuI.jpg News & Updates - Planning for Future Care: A Financial Dilemma Long-term care costs that drain your nest egg is a financial pothole that is hard to avoid. Here are some ideas to help manage this hazard. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/maximize-your-college-financial-aid-with-these-fafsa-tips monthly 0.5 2022-10-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1664408903270-XFT7W9IYS2G1VK6ZI450/unsplash-image-_kd5cxwZOK4.jpg News & Updates - Maximize Your College Financial Aid With These FAFSA Tips A brand new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) made its debut on October 1st, featuring 60% fewer questions and a host of other changes that aim to increase the likelihood that you can qualify for financial aid. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/estate-planning-awareness-week-1 monthly 0.5 2022-10-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/f61ffcda-e3fc-4168-90e1-6ef10dd8275a/Estate+Planning+Awareness+Week+-+FB+Posts+%281%29.png News & Updates - Estate Planning Awareness Week - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/ingredients-of-a-successful-business-partnership monthly 0.5 2022-10-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1664408162686-5BAQIK9D8STU7QZK44Z6/unsplash-image-Lks7vei-eAg.jpg News & Updates - Ingredients of a Successful Business Partnership - Like a bundle of sticks, good business partners support each other and are less likely to crack under strain together than on their own. In fact, companies with multiple owners have a stronger chance of surviving their first five years than sole proprietorships, according to U.S. Small Business Administration data. Yet sole proprietorships are more common than partnerships, making up more than 70 percent of all businesses. That's because while good partnerships are strong, they can be a challenge to successfully get off the ground. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/ideas-to-improve-your-personal-cash-flow monthly 0.5 2022-10-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1664407661482-I0RV51ONHM04ZOOH7OPB/unsplash-image--8a5eJ1-mmQ.jpg News & Updates - Ideas to Improve Your Personal Cash Flow - One of the most common reasons businesses fail is due to lack of proper cash flow. The same is often true in many households. Here's how this concept of cash flow applies to you along with some ideas to improve it. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/still-time-to-reduce-any-tax-surprises monthly 0.5 2022-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1664407302652-RG6SSSVQFG4AZV3JO9I2/unsplash-image-ZuQnhpFjvHI.jpg News & Updates - Still Time to Reduce any Tax Surprises! - It’s the final quarter of the year. Consider conducting a final tax planning review now to see if you can still take actions to minimize your taxes this year. Here are some ideas to get you started. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/handling-negative-online-reviews-of-your-business monthly 0.5 2022-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1664407075843-MKCBZKWJPL5RBMQEX8DO/unsplash-image-xv7-GlvBLFw.jpg News & Updates - Handling Negative Online Reviews of Your Business - Here are some ideas on handling those pesky online business reviews. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tips-to-protect-your-social-security-number monthly 0.5 2022-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1664406546334-TS6E1MRY3FGCJT6L34GK/unsplash-image-ah-HeguOe9k.jpg News & Updates - Tips to Protect Your Social Security Number Very few things in life can create a higher degree of stress than having your Social Security number (SSN) stolen. This is because, unlike other forms of identification, your SSN is virtually permanent. 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This year's list includes the following four categories. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/your-business-mileage-deduction-just-became-more-valuable monthly 0.5 2022-07-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1658790498984-TO2NICXN48YWJNS9U46X/unsplash-image-kARZuSYMfrA.jpg News & Updates - Your Business Mileage Deduction Just Became More Valuable - Your business mileage tax deduction just became more valuable for the rest of 2022 after a recent announcement by the IRS. Starting July 1st, the IRS's business mileage rate is increasing by 4 cents, to 62.5 cents per mile, while the medical and moving mileage is also increasing by 4 cents, to 22 cents per mile. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/shrinkflation-is-upon-us monthly 0.5 2022-07-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1658790154802-JA2G4AMA78R2LRUD50Q9/unsplash-image-E7RLgUjjazc.jpg News & Updates - Shrinkflation is Upon Us! - Be aware, be prepared Inflation is upon us, and a hidden gem used by companies to combat price increases is often hidden from the unaware. It's called shrinkflation. Here's what you need to know about this hidden price hike and what you can do to cope with its effects. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/watch-for-these-tax-surprises monthly 0.5 2022-07-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1658789798627-ENJ0KJKZAB4LCGSTG6KP/unsplash-image-qAQsVsSxp_w.jpg News & Updates - Watch for These Tax Surprises Our tax code contains plenty of opportunities to cut your taxes. There are also plenty of places in the tax code that could create a surprising tax bill. Here are some of the more common traps. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/make-your-cash-worth-more monthly 0.5 2022-06-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1654811597011-BY2MJEQ8YVH8AJ0YKPIT/unsplash-image-ZVprbBmT8QA.jpg News & Updates - Make Your Cash Worth More! - Banking tips to help you cash in Your cash is parked in a bank account. Do you know if it's making or losing you money? Here are some ideas to help you make the most of your banked cash: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/six-simple-ideas-to-help-your-small-business monthly 0.5 2022-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1654731501878-TNAAEW31LHWCQFSOLJWE/unsplash-image-FWVMhUa_wbY.jpg News & Updates - Six Simple Ideas to Help Your Small Business - Here are six ideas to help your business grow and thrive this summer. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/make-your-childs-summer-break-a-tax-break monthly 0.5 2022-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1654731147947-LTJY3DZ03NES4D78EVLK/unsplash-image-ESlJNsYwIwM.jpg News & Updates - Make Your Child's Summer Break a Tax Break As a busy working parent, you may be on the lookout for activities that are available for your kids this summer. There may be a solution that’s also a tax break: Summer camp! Using the Child and Dependent Care Credit, you can be reimbursed for part of the cost of enrolling your child in a day camp this summer. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/money-management-tips-for-couples monthly 0.5 2022-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1654730736497-BF97DQXYWCD090JOYBNO/unsplash-image-376KN_ISplE.jpg News & Updates - Money Management Tips for Couples - Couples consistently report finances as the leading cause of stress in their relationship. Here are a few tips to avoid conflict with your long-term partner or spouse. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/hustling-for-extra-income monthly 0.5 2022-06-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1654729754437-4NJEH3B73EE198UMP47M/unsplash-image-DUmFLtMeAbQ.jpg News & Updates - Hustling for Extra Income - Don't forget the taxman! From supplementing their current income to replacing income that was lost because of layoffs, the pandemic or other reasons, many people have started side hustles over the past 2 years to help make ends meet. If you currently have a side hustle, don't forget about the tax implications from earning extra money. Here are several ideas to help you stay on top of your side hustle's taxes - https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/start-your-tax-planning-now monthly 0.5 2022-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1654727894301-BRXC0RZGDCSCISKMN2OK/unsplash-image-kmikcu4jrsY.jpg News & Updates - Start Your Tax Planning NOW! - Keeping your taxes as low as possible requires paying attention to your financial situation throughout the year. Here are some tips for getting a head start on tax planning for your 2022 return: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/just-the-facts-borrowed-money-must-be-paid-back monthly 0.5 2021-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1638405566034-RAU10E3JF4W9D7U5NQRD/unsplash-image-I3HPUolh5hA.jpg News & Updates - JUST THE FACTS: Borrowed Money Must Be Paid Back - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/make-payroll-taxes-easy-in-2022 monthly 0.5 2021-12-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1638405332834-T6AB6LUJXI5DHNT3QF3U/unsplash-image-uwpo02K55zw.jpg News & Updates - Make Payroll Taxes Easy in 2022 - Handling employment taxes can be complicated, especially when you’re required to file important tax documents throughout the year. Here’s a quick recap of the most vital payroll tax forms and what you can do to make your payroll life easier heading into 2022. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/surprise-bills-prepare-your-business-for-the-unexpected monthly 0.5 2021-12-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1638405021515-7I9M2RFYRLQKML0H1Z2W/unsplash-image-7RWBSYA9Rro.jpg News & Updates - Surprise Bills: Prepare Your Business for the Unexpected - Getting a bill for an unexpected expense can put a significant dent in your business’s cash flow. Here are some tips your business can use to deal with a surprise bill. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/five-great-money-tips monthly 0.5 2021-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1638404573966-LN17SJ1ETJOJ7A3H4D5Z/unsplash-image-VrJnsLH2nOY.jpg News & Updates - Five Great Money Tips Creating a sound financial foundation for you and your family is anything but easy. With low interest rates as an incentive to borrow more and even lower interest rates on savings accounts is it any wonder that it's tough to retain the discipline to save? Here are five thoughts that may help. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/year-end-tax-planning-ideas-for-your-business monthly 0.5 2021-11-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1635815310475-NF69APX3CCXS2ZT9I31V/unsplash-image-LtNvQHdKkmw.jpg News & Updates - Year-End Tax Planning Ideas For Your Business - Here are some ideas to lower your business taxes, get organized, and to prepare for filing your 2021 tax return. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/the-greatest-theft-in-america monthly 0.5 2021-11-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1635812420384-NDFIIJ88UJIDME4IYI02/unsplash-image-vwaTtIhCjVg.jpg News & Updates - The Greatest Theft in America - Make it stand out For generations we’ve been taught by our parents to save. Save for a bicycle. Save for college. Save for retirement. And then, in retirement, you could count on this savings to earn interest. Millions of Americans used Certificates of Deposits (CDs) and low risk bonds to ensure they could retire without worry. Think about this...$50,000 in CDs in 1990 earned 8% interest, or $4,164, each year. And a $10,000 balance in your savings account earned 5.5% interest, or $565, each year. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/social-security-announces-2022-adjustments monthly 0.5 2021-11-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1635811813244-2DL8T5QIB15AJ3TU9SH7/unsplash-image-yIIFNiEKkYI.jpg News & Updates - Social Security Announces 2022 Adjustments - YOUR 2022 SOCIAL SECURITY benefits have changed https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tax-moves-to-make-before-year-end monthly 0.5 2021-11-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1635811206681-XW6GMW3GI6IAY9DWDLS2/unsplash-image-tT2DSShVDTI.jpg News & Updates - Tax Moves to Make Before Year-End - There are always moves you can make to reduce your taxable income. Some of these tax-saving moves, however, must be completed by December 31. Here are several to consider: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/the-importance-to-you-and-your-loved-ones-of-having-an-estate-plan monthly 0.5 2021-10-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1634167177212-42D4850JLQL8H93XGZBS/unsplash-image-glpYh1cWf0o.jpg News & Updates - The Importance to You and Your Loved Ones of Having an Estate Plan - An estate plan can provide significant peace of mind by ensuring that your money and property are protected, plans are in place in the event you become ill, and your accounts and property pass down according to your wishes. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/estate-planning-awareness-week monthly 0.5 2021-10-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1634163773106-DQ28IZHUL9NGM9PS3FOK/unsplash-image-V3dHmb1MOXM.jpg News & Updates - Estate Planning Awareness Week: October 18-24 - Myths We Tell Ourselves about Estate Planning Estate planning can be a very difficult process. While it is not brain surgery, making the decision to move forward with an estate plan requires us to face the fact that we will not live forever. This thought stops many people in their tracks. Others talk themselves out of seeing a qualified attorney to create an estate plan because of the following common myths. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/manage-your-businesss-unemployment-taxes monthly 0.5 2021-07-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1626130366396-J307RSHHMAOC7IVWYPK8/unsplash-image-5fNmWej4tAA.jpg News & Updates - Manage Your Business's Unemployment Taxes - As a business owner, you’re required to pay three different types of payroll taxes. 1. FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act) is the tax used to fund Social Security and Medicare programs. 2. FUTA (Federal Unemployment Tax Act). Employers pay this federal tax to provide unemployment benefits to laid-off workers. 3. SUTA (State Unemployment Tax Act). State governments also collect taxes known as SUTA that finance each state’s unemployment insurance fund. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/common-tax-mistakes-when-selling-a-home monthly 0.5 2021-07-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1626129884717-9A2SY0C3H29L098BF1YP/unsplash-image-1ddol8rgUH8.jpg News & Updates - Common Tax Mistakes When Selling a Home - With home sales booming throughout much of the country, you may decide that now's the right time to put your abode on the market. If you do put your primary residence up for sale, try to steer clear of the following mistakes. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/small-business-irs-audit-mistakes monthly 0.5 2021-11-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1626129342888-Z9SV42M98BE4DUGT17Q6/unsplash-image-xoU52jUVUXA.jpg News & Updates - Small Business IRS Audit Mistakes In late 2020, the IRS announced that it will increase tax audits of small businesses by 50 percent in 2021. Here are several mistakes to avoid if you do get audited by Uncle Sam. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/good-debt-vs-bad-debt-how-to-tell-the-difference monthly 0.5 2021-07-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1626129117985-L0YNPFD6ZBTT6WSEVLI5/unsplash-image-98MbUldcDJY.jpg News & Updates - Good Debt vs Bad Debt: How to Tell the Difference - Not all debt is created equal. Knowing the difference can change the way you look at your spending. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/ideas-to-lower-your-2021-tax-bill monthly 0.5 2021-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1626127907510-48LQHBG2W6XO4SLN6KY4/unsplash-image-aQfhbxailCs.jpg News & Updates - Ideas to Lower Your 2021 Tax Bill - Now is the time to begin tax planning for your 2021 return. Here are some ideas: https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/the-hidden-tax-consequences-of-cryptocurrency monthly 0.5 2021-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1623718730205-AH7PJH3V1D62JCFJW2EE/unsplash-image-5hcV51EeeWc.jpg News & Updates - The Hidden Tax Consequences of Cryptocurrency - You may recognize the name Bitcoin and maybe even Ethereum, but what about Litecoin, Dogecoin or Ripple? These are just some of the more than 4,500 cryptocurrencies available today. There are hidden tax complications, however, associated with every cryptocurrency transaction. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/how-to-roll-with-a-continuous-12-month-forecast monthly 0.5 2021-06-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1623718350993-WYHXPG4VMU3IKCXZJ69F/unsplash-image-iPOzQwvcMLE.jpg News & Updates - How to Roll with a Continuous 12-Month Forecast - Tax and financial planning is a year-round proposition. In fact, you can benefit personally from a continuous, 12-month rolling forecast, much like a business does. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/hire-your-kids-for-tax-savings monthly 0.5 2021-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1623717923224-87Q1X0TDPIXFP9V078Z5/unsplash-image--uHVRvDr7pg.jpg News & Updates - Hire Your Kids for Tax Savings Summer’s almost here, and soon most children will be on their long-awaited summer vacation. If you own or manage a business, have you thought of hiring your children, nieces, or nephews for a summer job? https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/know-this-number monthly 0.5 2021-06-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1623716907490-OA2TU8GDUFCF22BCT0LL/unsplash-image-mcSDtbWXUZU.jpg News & Updates - Know This Number! - Knowing your net worth and understanding how it is changing over time is one of the most important financial concepts that everyone needs to understand. This number is used by banks, mortgage companies, insurance companies and you! Your net worth impacts your credit score, which in turn impacts your interest rates and things as mundane as the amount you pay for auto insurance. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/taxes-these-basics-are-for-everyone monthly 0.5 2021-05-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1620684768756-6Y3618KXU7J112FAR0H6/unsplash-image-DUmFLtMeAbQ.jpg News & Updates - Taxes: These Basics are for Everyone Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/building-a-fortress-balance-sheet monthly 0.5 2021-05-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1620684122670-YWTGVYFXNNH5ZW603B5O/unsplash-image-pypeCEaJeZY.jpg News & Updates - Building a Fortress Balance Sheet - The best way to weather a storm is often by being prepared before the storm hits. In the case of small businesses, this means building a fortress balance sheet. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/how-to-protect-your-kids-online monthly 0.5 2021-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1620683771627-GQD2SSJIBACD6UAG7SWO/unsplash-image-CbZC2KVnK8s.jpg News & Updates - How to Protect Your Kids Online Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/the-art-of-bill-paying monthly 0.5 2021-05-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1620683087305-67Z5RNY7L426XZGNYG15/unsplash-image-jrh5lAq-mIs.png News & Updates - The Art of Bill Paying Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/dont-overlook-renters-insurance monthly 0.5 2021-04-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1618354478441-CZ7ZQULJY6VTNREZBZAV/unsplash-image-WS5fl41r0_I.jpg News & Updates - Don't Overlook Renters Insurance https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/cross-training-essential-for-small-business-survival monthly 0.5 2021-04-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1618354153579-5T2Y8MHP3P8SGR30PKMP/unsplash-image-gMsnXqILjp4.jpg News & Updates - Cross-Training: Essential for Small Business Survival Have you considered cross-training your employees to ensure more than one person knows all key functions? Cross-training can be a win-win situation for you and your employees. Large companies often use it to prepare managers for future promotions. But in small companies, it can be the difference between success and failure. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/businesses-get-more-time-to-apply-for-ppp-loans monthly 0.5 2021-04-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1618353588488-TVOKOO8E1BQE98Z16DCD/unsplash-image-SwHvzwEzCfA.jpg News & Updates - Businesses Get More Time to Apply For PPP Loans - Legislation provides other business relief provisions Here's what you need to know about the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and other business relief provisions of the recently-passed American Rescue Plan Act. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/new-tax-breaks-benefit-millions monthly 0.5 2021-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1618353078221-15WB9JC5X4EIR58WE4S1/unsplash-image-Ber3q-zEhd4.jpg News & Updates - New Tax Breaks Benefit Millions https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/individual-tax-return-deadline-moved-to-may-17 monthly 0.5 2021-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1618264350506-7WEX5UH0W7I4BN27OFLX/unsplash-image-F32jPy9SMaw.jpg News & Updates - Individual tax return deadline moved to May 17 Congress' recent move to retroactively make a portion of 2020 unemployment income tax-free is creating havoc during this year's tax filing season. Here is what you need to know. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/vt1en4skslp0su34no22eagxizqgkd monthly 0.5 2021-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1614913978740-1GBV8BVXI7VOL6M7FIOE/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Starting a Business Now Could Make a Lot of Sense https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/kmqgszwk1bw5cj8g1pn3i4undc9738 monthly 0.5 2021-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1614912931170-GC5DA66ER408VHJKWVJZ/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - The $24,000 Tax Time Bomb - A terrible tax surprise everyone should know https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/q4np1u6j13ypw7gefwqsa9qqa93r6b monthly 0.5 2021-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1614909936370-T0LRVLKROHA2UFXQOJZO/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Get Your Contractor or Employee Classification Right - Tax challenges can be VERY expensive As a small business owner, you may face the issue of whether to classify workers as employees or as independent contractors. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/m1jtiono4ytiscstalwig8dl1cggo9 monthly 0.5 2021-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1614909283929-59D6M4D8TN0GSZ2A6ILM/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - The New World of Bank Reconciliations - Here’s a look at the new world of bank reconciliations and some ideas to use to ensure your bank account is accurate. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/answers-to-common-tax-questions monthly 0.5 2021-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1614907971286-RL1W3BZTOA9JZECTIY1R/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Answers to Common Tax Questions - With the April 15 tax filing deadline right around the corner, here are answers to some common tax questions. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/hiring-family-members monthly 0.5 2021-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1612387253736-PP5672XF2NOH9CNT65EN/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Hiring Family Members - What You Need to Know Many business owners hire their children, their spouse, or other family members to work in their business. Sometimes this works out well. Other times it causes problems. Let’s look at the pros and cons of putting family members on your payroll. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/protect-your-tax-return monthly 0.5 2021-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1612386648560-9EXQVA409X02JXCL1LB3/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Protect Your Tax Return With This Secret Weapon - The Problem You hang up the phone with a huge smile on your face. You just learned that you’re getting a pretty sizable tax refund this year. Now all you need to do is kick back and wait a week or two for the IRS to wire the money into your bank account. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/your-identity-is-not-your-own monthly 0.5 2021-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1612386246848-3MO4WOX77Z7T5MDIKDEK/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Your Identity is NOT Your Own! - How companies use your identity and what you can do to protect it. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/organized-business-records-save-time-and-money monthly 0.5 2021-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1612385649606-DF9IP1EHHM3E503UMU9E/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Organized Business Records Save Time and Money - Here are some suggestions to help you master the art of documenting and organizing your business now and in the future. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/pandemic-related-tax-surprises monthly 0.5 2021-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1612384546801-07AREL5SB8CNEFBDREEO/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Be Prepared For These Pandemic-Related Tax Surprises Don’t get shocked by a high tax bill! Be prepared for these pandemic-related tax surprises when you file your 2020 tax return. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tax-return monthly 0.5 2021-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1612383475402-EE89668A05S5FZF5URPK/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - 4 Ways to Make Sure Your Tax Return Doesn't Get Stuck - Here are four ways to make sure the preparation of your tax return keeps humming along until it gets filed. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/tax-preparations monthly 0.5 2021-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1609976290364-D6VC0TOQVL0DZ85TOGY3/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Make Preparations for Form 1099s This Year Be looking for new Form 1099-NEC! https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/2021-financial-wellness monthly 0.5 2021-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1609975492567-CYJB4OBD6ID5ZXNR7U2C/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - Seven Tips For Financial Wellness In 2021 Common New Year’s resolutions are to lose weight or become more active. Perhaps 2021 is the year to shift focus. Here are seven tips to help you become more financially fit. https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/ppp-loan-expenses monthly 0.5 2021-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1609975071619-90TLSFT7U9PH4WHXK2OS/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - PPP Loan Expenses Are Now Tax Deductible https://www.alexanderandassociates.law/news/stimulus-payments monthly 0.5 2021-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9f861821aaa8460feb0029/1609974462788-LLIZ6OLBEADAOU0E6BFA/image-asset.jpeg News & Updates - More Stimulus Payments on the Way - What you need to know NOW! You could soon see another stimulus payment in your bank account with the recent passage of the Emergency Coronavirus Relief Act of 2020, which means more direct relief to you and your family. 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