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Act fast and you may avoid forfeiting FSA funds
March 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 252
Abstract: An employer-sponsored flexible spending account allows participants to pay health care costs with pre-tax dollars and be reimbursed, tax-free. Unused funds at year-end may be forfeited unless the plan includes one of two exceptions. In 2021, the IRS added some items to the list of qualifying expenses. This article gives details.
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What to do about fraudulent credit or debit card charges
March 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 379
Abstract: It’s an awful feeling to learn that your credit or debit card has been used fraudulently. Whether you’re liable for charges typically depends on the type of card, whether you still possess the card and when the card issuer is alerted. This article provides further details.
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Hiring? You may be eligible for a valuable credit
March 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 493
Abstract: Business owners who intend to hire should be aware of a recent law that has extended through 2025 a valuable credit to those that hire members of certain targeted groups. This article provides the limits and other details of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit and how employers can qualify to claim it.
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Slim your 2021 tax bill by fattening your IRA
March 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 544
Abstract: It may not be too late to lower your 2021 tax bill. Qualified individuals can still make deductible contributions to traditional IRAs until the tax filing date of April 18, 2022, and claim the deduction for 2021. This article provides details, including alternate strategies.
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Businesses can still deduct 100% of restaurant meals
February 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 249
Abstract: Business owners should remember that the 50% deduction limit for certain meals remains suspended in 2022. That means companies can deduct 100% of the cost of business-related, restaurant-provided meals. This brief article has the details.
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Could you have to pay a parent’s nursing home costs?
February 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 380
Abstract: People with aging parents may worry about whether they could be held financially responsible for their parents’ nursing home bills if the parents can’t afford to pay them. This article explores filial responsibility laws, which are rarely enforced, and Medicaid’s estate recovery process.
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3 financial lessons of the pandemic
February 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 478
Abstract: COVID-19’s rapid spread and the economic havoc that followed are vivid reminders of how unpredictable and volatile the broad economy — and each family’s personal finances — can be. This article discusses three financial lessons that may be learned from the pandemic.
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Get more worms by filing your taxes early
February 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 563
Abstract: They say the early bird gets the worm. Early federal income tax filers may get a couple worms. This article discusses two benefits to filing early. A sidebar addresses the idea of not filing a 2021 tax return until one’s delayed 2020 tax refund is issued.
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Tax calendar
January 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 466
Abstract: This calendar notes important tax deadlines for the first quarter of 2022.
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Imposter fraud targets military members and vets
January 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 232
Abstract: According to the Federal Trade Commission, veterans lost approximately $60 million to fraud in 2020. Among the greatest fraud threats to this group is “imposter” fraud. This brief article defines this type of fraud and offers suggestions on how to avoid falling victim to it.
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Tracking down donation substantiation
January 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 387
Abstract: To support a charitable deduction, taxpayers need to comply with IRS substantiation requirements. But what if you never receive a letter from the charity substantiating a donation? This article explains the rules and notes a valuable tax deduction.
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Could your company use a heavy SUV?
January 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 392
Abstract: Many businesses need to invest in heavy sport utility vehicles (SUVs) to transport equipment and provide timely services. Fortunately, they may be able to claim valuable tax deductions for the purchases. This article provides an overview of the tax rules and benefits for SUV purchases.
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Handle retirement plan rollovers with care
January 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 543
Abstract: Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and other reasons, job upheaval has become common among Americans. If you’ll soon be changing employers, you should handle your retirement plan carefully. This article outlines the four basic options for plan rollovers.
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Is your business eligible for the QBI deduction?
December 2021
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 278
Abstract: Since the introduction of the qualified business income (QBI) deduction, many business owners have been left wondering whether they qualify for it. This brief article explains who’s eligible and how businesses may take action at year end to qualify.
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Appraisals aren’t just for businesses anymore
December 2021
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 413
Abstract: For hard-to-value assets, such as closely held businesses, real estate and art, a professional appraisal may be necessary. This article explores situations that call for an appraisal, including retirement and estate planning, gift disclosures and charitable donations.
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Gig workers: Here comes an estimated tax deadline
December 2021
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 485
Abstract: Taxpayers who are gig workers or otherwise self-employed likely must make estimated tax payments to the IRS every quarter. This article notifies readers of an upcoming payment deadline, explores the details of estimated tax payments, and looks at a method that may help people whose income isn’t earned uniformly throughout the year.