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The tax code places limits on the amounts that individuals can gift to others (as money or property) without paying taxes. This is meant to keep an individual from using gifts to avoid the estate tax that is imposed upon the assets owned by the...

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In the labyrinth of financial planning and tax-saving strategies, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) emerge as a multifaceted tool that remains underutilized and often misunderstood. An HSA is not just a way to save for medical expenses; it's also a powerful vehicle for retirement savings, offering...

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As the season changes and springtime approaches, it’s not just your home that could use a good cleaning. Your financial records, especially in QuickBooks, could benefit from a little spring cleaning too. With tax season in full swing and the start of a new fiscal...

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Tax season can be stressful enough without having to worry about falling victim to tax scams. With cybercrime and identity theft becoming increasingly prevalent as more people file their taxes online, it's wise to be vigilant and aware of potential scams targeting your personal information...

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For many business owners, the future is uncertain. Would you like to ensure the long-term success of your enterprise, reducing stress and providing peace of mind? That’s where succession planning comes in. Every successful business gets to that point thanks to careful planning and strategic foresight....

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As a reminder to those who have not yet filed their 2023 tax returns, April 15, 2024, is the due date to either file a return (and pay the taxes owed) or file for an automatic extension (and pay an estimate of the taxes owed). ...

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Whether you just started using QuickBooks to manage your small business in 2024 or you have been muddling along for years with unanswered questions, diving into financial software can feel like swimming through uncharted territory. Your business's financial health depends on accurate bookkeeping and seamless...

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