Aug 31 2009

Federal Housing Credit

Housing market prices are still low, rates are still very low and sales are increasing.  Is now the right time for you to buy your new home? Many people are trying to purchase a property before the $8,000 housing credit expires in November.  Currently, if a property is not purchased by the end of November, [...]

Aug 20 2009

Preparing for Tax Season

After being laid off during these difficult times, many Americans have started their own small businesses.  Now that the year is over half over, these small businesses need to start thinking about their upcoming tax returns. Today we will be focusing on proper documentation of expenses. Most expenses that businesses deduct from their income need [...]

Aug 18 2009

Credit Card Woes

With the new legislation passed by Congress taking effect soon that will limit the rates and fee increases that credit card companies can charge, many companies are making last minute changes to their cards.  Keep an eye on your statement for July and August to see if there have been any changes to your rates [...]

Aug 10 2009

Starting your own business? Remember to pay your taxes!

Many small business owners start making a profit, take a salary, and then get a huge surprise when tax day rolls around.  Most small business owners do not have a tax or accounting background, however, it is extremely important that you not neglect this side of your business.  If as a self-employed person you are [...]

Aug 8 2009

Save Money by Increasing Your Energy Efficiency

By increasing your energy efficiency, not only can you save some cash, you can also help save the planet.  There are so many little things you can do that will make a difference in your energy bill.  Each of these things will help to lower your bill and bit and those savings can definitely add [...]

Aug 6 2009

Planning for Retirement

Many people just starting out in the workforce might not be thinking about retirement planning just yet, however, the earlier you start planning and saving for retirement the better off you will be. Even if you start out putting only a few dollars a week into an IRA or 401k it can still make a [...]

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