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Apr 29, 2022
Tommy and Adam Waller find their "why" with support from Padgett
For Adam and Tommy Waller, starting a business was not part of the plan. Both brothers work other jobs: Adam is a physical therapist, and Tommy works in national security and in the Marine Corps. But when their mother presented a challenge at dinner one night, The Oyster Bed ...
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Jan 12, 2022
Erik Gledhill is blazing new trails with his Padgett partners
As a social worker, Erik Gledhill didn’t originally plan on being a business owner. His journey to owning a pet store in Chico, California began at home — with his own dog. After noticing his dog’s dry skin issues, joint pain, and fatigue, Erik first turned to vets for help, ...
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Dec 02, 2021
Altus Global Aviation takes flight with the help of Padgett Barrington
After an exciting six years in the commercial aviation industry, including a stint in London, Liz Franz took the entrepreneurial leap and founded Altus Global Aviation . Altus supports the airline industry from the OEMs to the engine shops, distributors and even the airlines ...
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Dec 01, 2021
Donate and get a big(ger) tax break
Last year, Congress enacted the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act which featured several provisions designed to reward both individuals and businesses who donated to charity. Enacted in the throes of the pandemic and its immediate impact on the economy, these ...
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Bookkeeping
Jan 28, 2022
Checklist: What tax documents do I need to keep?
With electronic communication taking over, many of us don’t pay much attention to mail anymore. But tax time is coming, so this month, you’re likely to start seeing a lot of documents in the mail from the IRS. Do you know what the documents are and what you’ll need to keep? ...
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Sep 02, 2021
“We just had a lot of confidence in him from the beginning.”
Rick Baarlaer and Marci Johannes were rewarded for placing their trust in Padgett Nearly five years ago, Rick Baarlaer and Marci Johannes had a dream of building a one-of-a-kind place where their community could gather together for some great food and a cold drink. Today, ...
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Aug 23, 2021
How your business can thrive in the booming gig economy
There's no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered a time of rapid change. More than 35 percent of the eligible workforce in the U.S. is now part of the “gig economy,” and that number itself has grown 33 percent since the start of the pandemic. If you're part of this group ...
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Jul 29, 2021
"The best decision I ever made”
Rochelle and Ron Roos turned to Padgett and found a lasting partner Rochelle Roos knew that she needed a change. “My husband and I were working in corporate America, and we spent more time flying and saying ‘goodbye’ at an airport -- because I was going one way and he was ...
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Business Analysis
Dec 15, 2021
How to prepare your business for a new year
At the end of the year, in the midst of all the celebrations, many of us are already looking ahead to the new year. We get excited about resolutions, goals and plans: ready for a “new year, new me.” For business owners, that goal setting becomes even more important. Aside ...
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Aug 17, 2021
Thriving in Today’s “New Normal”
With the economic challenges of the past 18 months and the start-and-stop impact of the pandemic, it’s important for small business owners like yourself to have a trusted advisor to help you thrive in today’s “new normal.” Today’s business environment can be, at best, ...
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Nov 10, 2020
Three things to know about managing your cash flow
As a small business owner, have you ever taken a closer look at your cash flow situation? If not, it’s something you might want to consider doing on a regular basis. For starters, understanding your cash flow can give you the information you need to make smart choices for ...
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Sep 14, 2020
'Locking' taxpayer accounts could bolster cybersecurity
With more and more resources shifting to online and cloud-based resources – particularly in an environment that is embracing remote work options – minimizing fraud and enhancing cybersecurity standards are imperative. This includes taxpayers as they begin to eye the ...
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Business Performance
May 06, 2022
8 Tips for reducing business owner burnout
There’s no doubt that running a business drains you both physically and mentally. As a business owner, you’re often focused on the health of your business. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so now is a great time to pause and take stock of your own health—especially your ...
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Feb 14, 2022
How to make marriage work in the workplace: advice from Padgett firm owners
For some people, working with a significant other sounds like a nightmare, and it’s certainly true that it doesn’t come without its obstacles. But many couples find that the best business partner is also their life partner—as is the case for many Padgett owners across the ...
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Jan 12, 2022
Erik Gledhill is blazing new trails with his Padgett partners
As a social worker, Erik Gledhill didn’t originally plan on being a business owner. His journey to owning a pet store in Chico, California began at home — with his own dog. After noticing his dog’s dry skin issues, joint pain, and fatigue, Erik first turned to vets for help, ...
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Jan 07, 2022
How to Create a Vision Board to Help Your Business Succeed
What is a vision board? You may have heard vision boards mentioned before — they’re a popular goal-setting tool. Oprah is one of several celebrities to praise the method, and the research backs up their claim. Psychology Today researchers have found that visualization is a ...
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Business Strategies
May 17, 2022
5 Tips to safeguard against summer storms
With rising temperatures, thunderstorms typically become more and more common in the summer season—as well as more and more unpredictable. Lightning, heavy wind and rain can result in physical damage to your property, and power outages can wreak havoc on electronic files. If ...
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Mar 07, 2022
7 Ways to manage stress + Tips for tax time
Spring is almost here with its longer days, warmer weather and budding plants. It typically conjures up ideas of renewal and happiness, but for many people, March and April bring stress and sickness instead. A 2014 Washington Post article on Google search trends suggested ...
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Jan 12, 2022
Erik Gledhill is blazing new trails with his Padgett partners
As a social worker, Erik Gledhill didn’t originally plan on being a business owner. His journey to owning a pet store in Chico, California began at home — with his own dog. After noticing his dog’s dry skin issues, joint pain, and fatigue, Erik first turned to vets for help, ...
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Dec 15, 2021
How to prepare your business for a new year
At the end of the year, in the midst of all the celebrations, many of us are already looking ahead to the new year. We get excited about resolutions, goals and plans: ready for a “new year, new me.” For business owners, that goal setting becomes even more important. Aside ...
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Business Tips
May 17, 2022
5 Tips to safeguard against summer storms
With rising temperatures, thunderstorms typically become more and more common in the summer season—as well as more and more unpredictable. Lightning, heavy wind and rain can result in physical damage to your property, and power outages can wreak havoc on electronic files. If ...
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May 06, 2022
8 Tips for reducing business owner burnout
There’s no doubt that running a business drains you both physically and mentally. As a business owner, you’re often focused on the health of your business. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so now is a great time to pause and take stock of your own health—especially your ...
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Mar 28, 2022
Erin Wiley's business takes root and grows with Padgett
Erin Wiley was a professional musical theatre actress for years, but finally decided it was time to find a new role: as a counselor and business owner. “After I raised my kids, I was looking for a meaningful second career,” Erin says. “I always had an interest in psychology, ...
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Mar 07, 2022
7 Ways to manage stress + Tips for tax time
Spring is almost here with its longer days, warmer weather and budding plants. It typically conjures up ideas of renewal and happiness, but for many people, March and April bring stress and sickness instead. A 2014 Washington Post article on Google search trends suggested ...
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Cash Flow
Dec 22, 2021
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Payroll Partner
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2022. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
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Sep 08, 2021
How pandemic provisions have impacted estimated tax payments
Third quarter estimated tax payments are due on Sept. 15, and whether you’re self-employed or a business owner with income from a Partnership or S-Corporation, you might be wondering if any of the pandemic relief programs will impact what you owe. As you probably know, ...
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Aug 23, 2021
How your business can thrive in the booming gig economy
There's no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered a time of rapid change. More than 35 percent of the eligible workforce in the U.S. is now part of the “gig economy,” and that number itself has grown 33 percent since the start of the pandemic. If you're part of this group ...
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Jun 03, 2021
Making the most of your cash flow during COVID-19
Profitability is always a popular topic with small businesses, but, for most, it’s more important to focus on cash flow. According to CB Insights , 29 percent of new businesses cited lack of cash flow and capital as the reason for shutting their doors. During the COVID-19 ...
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Company Morale
May 06, 2022
8 Tips for reducing business owner burnout
There’s no doubt that running a business drains you both physically and mentally. As a business owner, you’re often focused on the health of your business. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so now is a great time to pause and take stock of your own health—especially your ...
Continue Reading
Mar 07, 2022
7 Ways to manage stress + Tips for tax time
Spring is almost here with its longer days, warmer weather and budding plants. It typically conjures up ideas of renewal and happiness, but for many people, March and April bring stress and sickness instead. A 2014 Washington Post article on Google search trends suggested ...
Continue Reading
Feb 14, 2022
How to make marriage work in the workplace: advice from Padgett firm owners
For some people, working with a significant other sounds like a nightmare, and it’s certainly true that it doesn’t come without its obstacles. But many couples find that the best business partner is also their life partner—as is the case for many Padgett owners across the ...
Continue Reading
Jan 07, 2022
How to Create a Vision Board to Help Your Business Succeed
What is a vision board? You may have heard vision boards mentioned before — they’re a popular goal-setting tool. Oprah is one of several celebrities to praise the method, and the research backs up their claim. Psychology Today researchers have found that visualization is a ...
Continue Reading
COVID-19
Nov 05, 2021
10 Tips to Prepare Your Business for Black Friday 2021
With Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday only a few weeks away, now is the time to review and assess your preparations for the largest retail weekend in the U.S. Whether you run a brick-and-mortar business or are strictly online, this weekend is likely to ...
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Sep 15, 2021
COVID tax credits create lifeline for many businesses
The pandemic has pushed many businesses to the brink, putting enormous pressure on owners like you who worry about everything from the health and security of your employees to the ability to simply keep your doors open in the face of rising community case counts. ...
Continue Reading
Sep 08, 2021
How pandemic provisions have impacted estimated tax payments
Third quarter estimated tax payments are due on Sept. 15, and whether you’re self-employed or a business owner with income from a Partnership or S-Corporation, you might be wondering if any of the pandemic relief programs will impact what you owe. As you probably know, ...
Continue Reading
Aug 17, 2021
Thriving in Today’s “New Normal”
With the economic challenges of the past 18 months and the start-and-stop impact of the pandemic, it’s important for small business owners like yourself to have a trusted advisor to help you thrive in today’s “new normal.” Today’s business environment can be, at best, ...
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CPA
Jun 07, 2021
Amanda Aguillard joins Padgett leadership team as COO
With plans to help continue the company’s push to explore, adopt and deploy the latest in technology that benefit its franchisees and serve its clients, Amanda Aguillard, CPA has joined PADGETT BUSINESS SERVICES® as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). An ...
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Feb 10, 2021
Get your business ready for tax time with these four tax tips
For many, tax time may conjure up visions of last-minute meetings, late-night number crunching and racing to beat the deadline to file a return. With tax deadlines right around the corner, however, it’s more important than ever to swap that hectic approach with one that is ...
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Feb 05, 2021
How to spot the difference between a CPA and Enrolled Agent
Filing your taxes can be a complicated and time-consuming process, particularly if you own a business and are focused on the day-to-day needs of its operations. Finding a tax professional who can help you is important. When most people think of finding tax help, they often ...
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Employee Pay
Feb 23, 2022
Kevin Garibaldi found the recipe for success with Padgett
Throughout his varied career, making good food has been a constant for Kevin Garibaldi, owner of Garibaldi’s Catering and its companion restaurant, Garibaldi’s New Orleans Cuisine. Kevin began his career with a restaurant apprenticeship in Monterey, California. He was ...
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Dec 22, 2021
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Payroll Partner
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2022. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
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Oct 26, 2021
The Future of Filing: Upcoming Changes to W-2 Requirements
Over the next two years, the IRS is implementing some dramatic changes to current filing requirements for Form W-2. The IRS will soon require small businesses with 10 or more employees to change the way they file these forms. If you have employees, you know how important ...
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Oct 12, 2021
Picking the best retirement plan for you
It doesn't matter if you’re a small business owner or an employee working at a large company, it's important to have a retirement strategy in place to ensure you’ll be taken care of when your working days are behind you. There are several types of retirement plans to choose ...
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Employee Wages
Dec 22, 2021
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Payroll Partner
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2022. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
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Nov 30, 2021
How to spread some cheer and save on your taxes through holiday gift-giving
Who doesn’t love opening a present this time of year? Spreading that holiday cheer through a gift to your employees and customers is a great way to get in a festive spirit and thank them for their hard work, especially during a challenging year. Remember that only certain ...
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Oct 26, 2021
The Future of Filing: Upcoming Changes to W-2 Requirements
Over the next two years, the IRS is implementing some dramatic changes to current filing requirements for Form W-2. The IRS will soon require small businesses with 10 or more employees to change the way they file these forms. If you have employees, you know how important ...
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Oct 12, 2021
Picking the best retirement plan for you
It doesn't matter if you’re a small business owner or an employee working at a large company, it's important to have a retirement strategy in place to ensure you’ll be taken care of when your working days are behind you. There are several types of retirement plans to choose ...
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Employees
Jan 12, 2022
Erik Gledhill is blazing new trails with his Padgett partners
As a social worker, Erik Gledhill didn’t originally plan on being a business owner. His journey to owning a pet store in Chico, California began at home — with his own dog. After noticing his dog’s dry skin issues, joint pain, and fatigue, Erik first turned to vets for help, ...
Continue Reading
Nov 30, 2021
How to spread some cheer and save on your taxes through holiday gift-giving
Who doesn’t love opening a present this time of year? Spreading that holiday cheer through a gift to your employees and customers is a great way to get in a festive spirit and thank them for their hard work, especially during a challenging year. Remember that only certain ...
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Sep 02, 2021
“We just had a lot of confidence in him from the beginning.”
Rick Baarlaer and Marci Johannes were rewarded for placing their trust in Padgett Nearly five years ago, Rick Baarlaer and Marci Johannes had a dream of building a one-of-a-kind place where their community could gather together for some great food and a cold drink. Today, ...
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Aug 02, 2021
"I don’t have any of the financial stress of taxes"
Butch Minkeyer finds peace of mind partnering with Padgett I have been using Padgett Business Services for 18 years. As a small business owner I have found their expertise to be invaluable. I employ them for annual tax services as well as weekly payroll for my businesses. ...
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Finance
Apr 28, 2022
15 Financial terms you need to know
Financial literacy: “the knowledge and skills that give you the ability to manage your finances, including budgeting and investing” Financial literacy is the key to successful money management and the reduction of financial stress. Yet many people struggle with financial ...
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Apr 21, 2022
4 Tips to make next year's taxes easier
Unless you requested an extension, 2021 tax filing is finally over! Many taxpayers stop thinking about taxes as soon as they file and don’t worry about it again until the next April deadline is approaching. But this can make tax preparation more stressful than it needs to be ...
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Apr 15, 2022
Is a tax refund actually a good thing? The pros and cons
Many of us like to get a big tax refund each year when we file our returns. In fact, the IRS reported that as of March 4, the average refund so far in 2022 was $3,401. It can be fun to get a few thousand dollars deposited into your account, but is that large refund actually ...
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Jan 28, 2022
Checklist: What tax documents do I need to keep?
With electronic communication taking over, many of us don’t pay much attention to mail anymore. But tax time is coming, so this month, you’re likely to start seeing a lot of documents in the mail from the IRS. Do you know what the documents are and what you’ll need to keep? ...
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Financial Planning
May 17, 2022
5 Tips to safeguard against summer storms
With rising temperatures, thunderstorms typically become more and more common in the summer season—as well as more and more unpredictable. Lightning, heavy wind and rain can result in physical damage to your property, and power outages can wreak havoc on electronic files. If ...
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May 12, 2022
Graduation Season is here! ...Now what?
If you or your child is graduating this year, you’re likely caught up in a swirl of pomp and circumstance. You may be thinking about ordering regalia, planning grad parties, taking senior photos or what the next step in continuing education may be. But graduation comes with ...
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Apr 28, 2022
15 Financial terms you need to know
Financial literacy: “the knowledge and skills that give you the ability to manage your finances, including budgeting and investing” Financial literacy is the key to successful money management and the reduction of financial stress. Yet many people struggle with financial ...
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Apr 21, 2022
4 Tips to make next year's taxes easier
Unless you requested an extension, 2021 tax filing is finally over! Many taxpayers stop thinking about taxes as soon as they file and don’t worry about it again until the next April deadline is approaching. But this can make tax preparation more stressful than it needs to be ...
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Financial Tips
May 17, 2022
5 Tips to safeguard against summer storms
With rising temperatures, thunderstorms typically become more and more common in the summer season—as well as more and more unpredictable. Lightning, heavy wind and rain can result in physical damage to your property, and power outages can wreak havoc on electronic files. If ...
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May 12, 2022
Graduation Season is here! ...Now what?
If you or your child is graduating this year, you’re likely caught up in a swirl of pomp and circumstance. You may be thinking about ordering regalia, planning grad parties, taking senior photos or what the next step in continuing education may be. But graduation comes with ...
Continue Reading
Apr 28, 2022
15 Financial terms you need to know
Financial literacy: “the knowledge and skills that give you the ability to manage your finances, including budgeting and investing” Financial literacy is the key to successful money management and the reduction of financial stress. Yet many people struggle with financial ...
Continue Reading
Apr 21, 2022
4 Tips to make next year's taxes easier
Unless you requested an extension, 2021 tax filing is finally over! Many taxpayers stop thinking about taxes as soon as they file and don’t worry about it again until the next April deadline is approaching. But this can make tax preparation more stressful than it needs to be ...
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IRA
Oct 12, 2020
Know the risks of ROBS
Starting up a new business requires a mixture of capital and courage, and it’s important for entrepreneurs to understand the right balance to make it work. One tactic that some start-ups take advantage of is Rollovers as Business Start-Ups (ROBS), which allows prospective ...
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IRS
Nov 30, 2021
How to spread some cheer and save on your taxes through holiday gift-giving
Who doesn’t love opening a present this time of year? Spreading that holiday cheer through a gift to your employees and customers is a great way to get in a festive spirit and thank them for their hard work, especially during a challenging year. Remember that only certain ...
Continue Reading
Oct 26, 2021
The Future of Filing: Upcoming Changes to W-2 Requirements
Over the next two years, the IRS is implementing some dramatic changes to current filing requirements for Form W-2. The IRS will soon require small businesses with 10 or more employees to change the way they file these forms. If you have employees, you know how important ...
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Aug 11, 2021
Finding the way to forgiveness: How to close out your PPP loan
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) proved to be a vital lifeline for small businesses dealing with the perils of the pandemic. Initially launched in the early days of the pandemic, it has provided needed funds to help support payroll and other business functions. ...
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Jul 09, 2021
Why it might be a good idea to opt out of the Advance Child Tax Credit
If you’re a mom or dad juggling the various expenses that come with raising your children, it might be hard to imagine passing on monthly infusions of cash. However, there’s more than meets the eye to the new Advance Child Tax Credit (ACTC) program. While the first round of ...
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IRS Problems
May 18, 2021
Surprise, you’re self-employed! So, now what?: Tax tips for Uber and DoorDash drivers
Making a little extra cash always is an enticing thing, and many people have put their car to work for them. Food delivery companies such as DoorDash, UberEats, Postmates, and Grubhub have boomed in the past year, while Uber and Lyft remain popular options for folks looking ...
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Apr 01, 2021
IRS announces unemployment changes that may impact your tax return
Have you already filed your tax return for the year? And did you report your unemployment payments in that return only to see the American Jobs Rescue Plan (ARPA) modify the need for some taxpayers to include that compensation? If so, there’s no need to worry – or possibly ...
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Sep 14, 2020
'Locking' taxpayer accounts could bolster cybersecurity
With more and more resources shifting to online and cloud-based resources – particularly in an environment that is embracing remote work options – minimizing fraud and enhancing cybersecurity standards are imperative. This includes taxpayers as they begin to eye the ...
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Sep 14, 2015
Cutting $75,000 Off A Small Business’s Tax Penalties
Like many other taxing agencies, Florida’s Department of Revenue has pushed for increased enforcement through sales tax audits using alcohol beverages and tobacco (ABT) purchase data to estimate total sales. Auditing convenience stores has been lucrative for governments, ...
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Minimum Wage
Aug 08, 2016
How Escalating Minimum Wage Impacts Small Business
The topic of minimum wage increases has been discussed extensively in the media, in political forums and in private debates. While some lawmakers want to leave the minimum wage as it is, others are pushing to increase it in order to improve the financial situation of the ...
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Payments
Mar 11, 2022
What do I do if I owe taxes and can't pay?
While many of us are hoping to have a payday when our tax refunds arrive, if you owe taxes, you may find that April 18 is the wrong kind of “pay day.” This year marks the third COVID-era tax season, and millions of dollars in past refunds and pandemic relief credits have yet ...
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Dec 22, 2021
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Payroll Partner
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2022. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
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Jan 17, 2021
What you ought to know about estimated tax payments
The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in the growth of self-employed workers who rely on freelance opportunities or contract work. If you’re one of the countless Americans who have hung up your own shingle – or if you own property or collect money ...
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Jun 05, 2019
The Best Annual Budget Template for Small Businesses
When you are operating a small business, having an accurate annual budget is essential. Your budget lets you know how much money you expect to bring in and what expenses you need to pay so you can make the best decisions for your company's future. However, not all budgets ...
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Payroll Bonuses
Dec 30, 2020
Three reasons why 'buying local' is the right move when choosing a payroll partner
“Buying local” is an important sentiment these days, for a variety of reasons. It drives our local economies, and keeps more money circulating in our communities. And it’s not just your favorite coffee shop or bookstore that offers that local touch, but also your accounting, ...
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Dec 30, 2020
Five questions to ask before you switch payroll services
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2021. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
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Dec 16, 2020
Ways you can help your employees without getting hit by the IRS
It’s in our nature to want to lend a hand and help those who have fallen on hard times, and during the COVID-19 pandemic there are plenty of people who could use a bit of grace and compassion. The challenge as a business owner is finding a way to ensure the help you want to ...
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Mar 22, 2016
Managing Employee Payroll Bonuses
When it comes to incentivizing employees, few options are more motivating than bonuses. Employers set goals, employees work hard, and results are achieved – or are they? According to recent research, the way employees are incentivized makes all the difference. Bonuses can be ...
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Payroll Services
Jan 12, 2022
Erik Gledhill is blazing new trails with his Padgett partners
As a social worker, Erik Gledhill didn’t originally plan on being a business owner. His journey to owning a pet store in Chico, California began at home — with his own dog. After noticing his dog’s dry skin issues, joint pain, and fatigue, Erik first turned to vets for help, ...
Continue Reading
Dec 22, 2021
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Payroll Partner
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2022. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
Continue Reading
Oct 26, 2021
The Future of Filing: Upcoming Changes to W-2 Requirements
Over the next two years, the IRS is implementing some dramatic changes to current filing requirements for Form W-2. The IRS will soon require small businesses with 10 or more employees to change the way they file these forms. If you have employees, you know how important ...
Continue Reading
Jun 16, 2021
Are you hiring? Here’s how you can attract more applicants
If you’re the owner of a restaurant, retail shop or hospitality venue, you’re probably turning the page on the restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic and are now trying to keep up with a year’s worth of pent-up demand from eager customers. To meet this demand, you’re ...
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Small Business
May 06, 2022
8 Tips for reducing business owner burnout
There’s no doubt that running a business drains you both physically and mentally. As a business owner, you’re often focused on the health of your business. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so now is a great time to pause and take stock of your own health—especially your ...
Continue Reading
Apr 29, 2022
Tommy and Adam Waller find their "why" with support from Padgett
For Adam and Tommy Waller, starting a business was not part of the plan. Both brothers work other jobs: Adam is a physical therapist, and Tommy works in national security and in the Marine Corps. But when their mother presented a challenge at dinner one night, The Oyster Bed ...
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Mar 28, 2022
Erin Wiley's business takes root and grows with Padgett
Erin Wiley was a professional musical theatre actress for years, but finally decided it was time to find a new role: as a counselor and business owner. “After I raised my kids, I was looking for a meaningful second career,” Erin says. “I always had an interest in psychology, ...
Continue Reading
Feb 23, 2022
Kevin Garibaldi found the recipe for success with Padgett
Throughout his varied career, making good food has been a constant for Kevin Garibaldi, owner of Garibaldi’s Catering and its companion restaurant, Garibaldi’s New Orleans Cuisine. Kevin began his career with a restaurant apprenticeship in Monterey, California. He was ...
Continue Reading
Small Business Accounting
Apr 29, 2022
Tommy and Adam Waller find their "why" with support from Padgett
For Adam and Tommy Waller, starting a business was not part of the plan. Both brothers work other jobs: Adam is a physical therapist, and Tommy works in national security and in the Marine Corps. But when their mother presented a challenge at dinner one night, The Oyster Bed ...
Continue Reading
Dec 02, 2021
Altus Global Aviation takes flight with the help of Padgett Barrington
After an exciting six years in the commercial aviation industry, including a stint in London, Liz Franz took the entrepreneurial leap and founded Altus Global Aviation . Altus supports the airline industry from the OEMs to the engine shops, distributors and even the airlines ...
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Sep 15, 2021
COVID tax credits create lifeline for many businesses
The pandemic has pushed many businesses to the brink, putting enormous pressure on owners like you who worry about everything from the health and security of your employees to the ability to simply keep your doors open in the face of rising community case counts. ...
Continue Reading
Sep 08, 2021
How pandemic provisions have impacted estimated tax payments
Third quarter estimated tax payments are due on Sept. 15, and whether you’re self-employed or a business owner with income from a Partnership or S-Corporation, you might be wondering if any of the pandemic relief programs will impact what you owe. As you probably know, ...
Continue Reading
Small Business Cash Flow
Sep 08, 2021
How pandemic provisions have impacted estimated tax payments
Third quarter estimated tax payments are due on Sept. 15, and whether you’re self-employed or a business owner with income from a Partnership or S-Corporation, you might be wondering if any of the pandemic relief programs will impact what you owe. As you probably know, ...
Continue Reading
Aug 23, 2021
How your business can thrive in the booming gig economy
There's no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered a time of rapid change. More than 35 percent of the eligible workforce in the U.S. is now part of the “gig economy,” and that number itself has grown 33 percent since the start of the pandemic. If you're part of this group ...
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Aug 17, 2021
Thriving in Today’s “New Normal”
With the economic challenges of the past 18 months and the start-and-stop impact of the pandemic, it’s important for small business owners like yourself to have a trusted advisor to help you thrive in today’s “new normal.” Today’s business environment can be, at best, ...
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Aug 11, 2021
Finding the way to forgiveness: How to close out your PPP loan
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) proved to be a vital lifeline for small businesses dealing with the perils of the pandemic. Initially launched in the early days of the pandemic, it has provided needed funds to help support payroll and other business functions. ...
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Small Business Deductions
Jan 21, 2022
7 Tax Deductions Every Self-Employed Worker Should Know
There are a host of tax deductions available to self-employed individuals that can generate real savings when filing your tax return. As you prepare to file your 2021 taxes, here are a few deductions you should be mindful of: Home office expenses: If you’re using an area of ...
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Dec 01, 2021
Donate and get a big(ger) tax break
Last year, Congress enacted the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act which featured several provisions designed to reward both individuals and businesses who donated to charity. Enacted in the throes of the pandemic and its immediate impact on the economy, these ...
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May 26, 2021
Travel is coming back! What that means for your business.
After a year of caution due to the COVID-19 pandemic, travel across the U.S. is making a comeback, including business travel. The rollout of vaccines and falling case counts across the country mean your business might consider returning in-person conferences, events and ...
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Dec 22, 2020
Six things you should know about the new stimulus deal
Some long-awaited and much-needed relief for U.S. businesses is on the way as Congress has approved -- and the president has signed -- legislation for a second round of stimulus to aid those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The bulk of the $900 billion stimulus package is ...
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Small Business Expenses
Aug 23, 2021
How your business can thrive in the booming gig economy
There's no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered a time of rapid change. More than 35 percent of the eligible workforce in the U.S. is now part of the “gig economy,” and that number itself has grown 33 percent since the start of the pandemic. If you're part of this group ...
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Dec 22, 2020
Six things you should know about the new stimulus deal
Some long-awaited and much-needed relief for U.S. businesses is on the way as Congress has approved -- and the president has signed -- legislation for a second round of stimulus to aid those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The bulk of the $900 billion stimulus package is ...
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Sep 08, 2020
PPP loan forgiveness offers opportunity for pause, planning
The Paycheck Protection Program has offered a much-needed lift for small businesses across the country, enabling them to keep their heads above water throughout the storm of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic downturn. If you’re a small business owner who ...
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May 08, 2019
How to Keep a Rolling 120-Day Cash Flow Forecast
If you want to keep your business as profitable as possible, you need to be able to predict the inflow and outflow of cash. One of the best ways to manage cash flow is with a rolling 120-day cash flow forecast. What Is a Rolling 120-Day Cash Flow Forecast? A rolling 120-day ...
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Small Business Finance
Apr 28, 2022
15 Financial terms you need to know
Financial literacy: “the knowledge and skills that give you the ability to manage your finances, including budgeting and investing” Financial literacy is the key to successful money management and the reduction of financial stress. Yet many people struggle with financial ...
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Mar 28, 2022
Erin Wiley's business takes root and grows with Padgett
Erin Wiley was a professional musical theatre actress for years, but finally decided it was time to find a new role: as a counselor and business owner. “After I raised my kids, I was looking for a meaningful second career,” Erin says. “I always had an interest in psychology, ...
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Dec 22, 2021
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Payroll Partner
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2022. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
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Oct 27, 2021
Having a trusted, caring business partner to lean on
In Padgett, Bridget Hallett found a “sounding board” to help her with big decisions When Bridget Hallett decided to start her marketing company, she viewed it as a potential resource to aid small businesses. She knew that most of them were serving a special niche with unique ...
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Small Business Hiring
Jun 16, 2021
Are you hiring? Here’s how you can attract more applicants
If you’re the owner of a restaurant, retail shop or hospitality venue, you’re probably turning the page on the restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic and are now trying to keep up with a year’s worth of pent-up demand from eager customers. To meet this demand, you’re ...
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Jun 10, 2021
What’s next in the recovery? Navigating our new normal
Padgett franchisees share their thoughts on the post-pandemic world The COVID-19 pandemic turned our world upside down, and questions about what comes next are everywhere: What changes are here to stay? Is inflation on the way? Will the tight labor market start to ease up? ...
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Apr 30, 2021
'These are my people': Supporting an entrepreneur's dream
When Paula Klein decided to make her dream of running her own business a reality, she was confident in her ability to attract clients and excited to do the work. Where she needed a little bit of help was in navigating some of the day-to-day business tasks that come with ...
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Sep 24, 2020
Understanding Advisory Services: Finding The Right Talent
Finding the right talent that fits your small business is a critical task. As an owner or manager, you’re often confronted with making important hiring decisions to cover everything from the seasonal demand for new workers to making sure you have the help needed to support ...
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Small Business News
Oct 27, 2021
Having a trusted, caring business partner to lean on
In Padgett, Bridget Hallett found a “sounding board” to help her with big decisions When Bridget Hallett decided to start her marketing company, she viewed it as a potential resource to aid small businesses. She knew that most of them were serving a special niche with unique ...
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Jun 10, 2021
What’s next in the recovery? Navigating our new normal
Padgett franchisees share their thoughts on the post-pandemic world The COVID-19 pandemic turned our world upside down, and questions about what comes next are everywhere: What changes are here to stay? Is inflation on the way? Will the tight labor market start to ease up? ...
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Jun 07, 2021
Amanda Aguillard joins Padgett leadership team as COO
With plans to help continue the company’s push to explore, adopt and deploy the latest in technology that benefit its franchisees and serve its clients, Amanda Aguillard, CPA has joined PADGETT BUSINESS SERVICES® as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). An ...
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Mar 23, 2021
Answering your questions about Targeted EIDL Advances
The Emergency Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program just got a much-needed boost from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) that was signed into law by President Biden on March 11, 2021. If your business is located in a low-income community and previously applied for an EIDL ...
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Small Business Payroll
Feb 23, 2022
Kevin Garibaldi found the recipe for success with Padgett
Throughout his varied career, making good food has been a constant for Kevin Garibaldi, owner of Garibaldi’s Catering and its companion restaurant, Garibaldi’s New Orleans Cuisine. Kevin began his career with a restaurant apprenticeship in Monterey, California. He was ...
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Dec 22, 2021
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Payroll Partner
As we prepare for the new year, many businesses are considering whether they should change their payroll services partner in 2022. Outsourcing your payroll services can offer some much-needed flexibility so you can keep the focus on your customers, while also providing the ...
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Nov 30, 2021
How to spread some cheer and save on your taxes through holiday gift-giving
Who doesn’t love opening a present this time of year? Spreading that holiday cheer through a gift to your employees and customers is a great way to get in a festive spirit and thank them for their hard work, especially during a challenging year. Remember that only certain ...
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Oct 26, 2021
The Future of Filing: Upcoming Changes to W-2 Requirements
Over the next two years, the IRS is implementing some dramatic changes to current filing requirements for Form W-2. The IRS will soon require small businesses with 10 or more employees to change the way they file these forms. If you have employees, you know how important ...
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Small Business Practices
Mar 28, 2022
Erin Wiley's business takes root and grows with Padgett
Erin Wiley was a professional musical theatre actress for years, but finally decided it was time to find a new role: as a counselor and business owner. “After I raised my kids, I was looking for a meaningful second career,” Erin says. “I always had an interest in psychology, ...
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Feb 23, 2022
Kevin Garibaldi found the recipe for success with Padgett
Throughout his varied career, making good food has been a constant for Kevin Garibaldi, owner of Garibaldi’s Catering and its companion restaurant, Garibaldi’s New Orleans Cuisine. Kevin began his career with a restaurant apprenticeship in Monterey, California. He was ...
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Jan 07, 2022
How to Create a Vision Board to Help Your Business Succeed
What is a vision board? You may have heard vision boards mentioned before — they’re a popular goal-setting tool. Oprah is one of several celebrities to praise the method, and the research backs up their claim. Psychology Today researchers have found that visualization is a ...
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Dec 15, 2021
How to prepare your business for a new year
At the end of the year, in the midst of all the celebrations, many of us are already looking ahead to the new year. We get excited about resolutions, goals and plans: ready for a “new year, new me.” For business owners, that goal setting becomes even more important. Aside ...
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Small Business Taxes
Apr 29, 2022
Tommy and Adam Waller find their "why" with support from Padgett
For Adam and Tommy Waller, starting a business was not part of the plan. Both brothers work other jobs: Adam is a physical therapist, and Tommy works in national security and in the Marine Corps. But when their mother presented a challenge at dinner one night, The Oyster Bed ...
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Apr 05, 2022
Understanding your tax result
Filing your taxes can be stressful for anyone but discovering an unexpected balance due can make it much worse. And while a surprise check in the mail in the form of a tax refund is more pleasant, you may still be left confused by why you’re being given this money. If you’re ...
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Mar 28, 2022
Erin Wiley's business takes root and grows with Padgett
Erin Wiley was a professional musical theatre actress for years, but finally decided it was time to find a new role: as a counselor and business owner. “After I raised my kids, I was looking for a meaningful second career,” Erin says. “I always had an interest in psychology, ...
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Mar 07, 2022
7 Ways to manage stress + Tips for tax time
Spring is almost here with its longer days, warmer weather and budding plants. It typically conjures up ideas of renewal and happiness, but for many people, March and April bring stress and sickness instead. A 2014 Washington Post article on Google search trends suggested ...
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Social Security
Sep 14, 2020
'Locking' taxpayer accounts could bolster cybersecurity
With more and more resources shifting to online and cloud-based resources – particularly in an environment that is embracing remote work options – minimizing fraud and enhancing cybersecurity standards are imperative. This includes taxpayers as they begin to eye the ...
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Tax Strategies
Apr 21, 2022
4 Tips to make next year's taxes easier
Unless you requested an extension, 2021 tax filing is finally over! Many taxpayers stop thinking about taxes as soon as they file and don’t worry about it again until the next April deadline is approaching. But this can make tax preparation more stressful than it needs to be ...
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Apr 15, 2022
Is a tax refund actually a good thing? The pros and cons
Many of us like to get a big tax refund each year when we file our returns. In fact, the IRS reported that as of March 4, the average refund so far in 2022 was $3,401. It can be fun to get a few thousand dollars deposited into your account, but is that large refund actually ...
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Apr 05, 2022
Understanding your tax result
Filing your taxes can be stressful for anyone but discovering an unexpected balance due can make it much worse. And while a surprise check in the mail in the form of a tax refund is more pleasant, you may still be left confused by why you’re being given this money. If you’re ...
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Mar 16, 2022
How gambling affects your taxes
Have you been feeling lucky lately? Did you score some money in a casino or lottery? If so, with April’s tax deadline approaching, you may now be wondering how those winnings will affect your tax return. The IRS considers gambling income from lottery, horse races, raffles, ...
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Tax Tips
May 12, 2022
Graduation Season is here! ...Now what?
If you or your child is graduating this year, you’re likely caught up in a swirl of pomp and circumstance. You may be thinking about ordering regalia, planning grad parties, taking senior photos or what the next step in continuing education may be. But graduation comes with ...
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Apr 21, 2022
4 Tips to make next year's taxes easier
Unless you requested an extension, 2021 tax filing is finally over! Many taxpayers stop thinking about taxes as soon as they file and don’t worry about it again until the next April deadline is approaching. But this can make tax preparation more stressful than it needs to be ...
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Apr 15, 2022
Is a tax refund actually a good thing? The pros and cons
Many of us like to get a big tax refund each year when we file our returns. In fact, the IRS reported that as of March 4, the average refund so far in 2022 was $3,401. It can be fun to get a few thousand dollars deposited into your account, but is that large refund actually ...
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Apr 05, 2022
Understanding your tax result
Filing your taxes can be stressful for anyone but discovering an unexpected balance due can make it much worse. And while a surprise check in the mail in the form of a tax refund is more pleasant, you may still be left confused by why you’re being given this money. If you’re ...
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Taxes
May 12, 2022
Graduation Season is here! ...Now what?
If you or your child is graduating this year, you’re likely caught up in a swirl of pomp and circumstance. You may be thinking about ordering regalia, planning grad parties, taking senior photos or what the next step in continuing education may be. But graduation comes with ...
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Apr 21, 2022
4 Tips to make next year's taxes easier
Unless you requested an extension, 2021 tax filing is finally over! Many taxpayers stop thinking about taxes as soon as they file and don’t worry about it again until the next April deadline is approaching. But this can make tax preparation more stressful than it needs to be ...
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Apr 15, 2022
Is a tax refund actually a good thing? The pros and cons
Many of us like to get a big tax refund each year when we file our returns. In fact, the IRS reported that as of March 4, the average refund so far in 2022 was $3,401. It can be fun to get a few thousand dollars deposited into your account, but is that large refund actually ...
Continue Reading
Apr 05, 2022
Understanding your tax result
Filing your taxes can be stressful for anyone but discovering an unexpected balance due can make it much worse. And while a surprise check in the mail in the form of a tax refund is more pleasant, you may still be left confused by why you’re being given this money. If you’re ...
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Tips
May 17, 2022
5 Tips to safeguard against summer storms
With rising temperatures, thunderstorms typically become more and more common in the summer season—as well as more and more unpredictable. Lightning, heavy wind and rain can result in physical damage to your property, and power outages can wreak havoc on electronic files. If ...
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May 06, 2022
8 Tips for reducing business owner burnout
There’s no doubt that running a business drains you both physically and mentally. As a business owner, you’re often focused on the health of your business. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so now is a great time to pause and take stock of your own health—especially your ...
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Apr 28, 2022
15 Financial terms you need to know
Financial literacy: “the knowledge and skills that give you the ability to manage your finances, including budgeting and investing” Financial literacy is the key to successful money management and the reduction of financial stress. Yet many people struggle with financial ...
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Apr 21, 2022
4 Tips to make next year's taxes easier
Unless you requested an extension, 2021 tax filing is finally over! Many taxpayers stop thinking about taxes as soon as they file and don’t worry about it again until the next April deadline is approaching. But this can make tax preparation more stressful than it needs to be ...
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