by Lori Bowden | Sep 1, 2024 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax
If you pay premiums for Medicare health insurance, you may be able to combine them with other qualifying expenses and claim them as an itemized deduction for medical expenses on your tax return. This includes amounts for “Medigap” insurance and Medicare Advantage...
by Lori Bowden | Aug 4, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
Are you in the process of starting a business or contemplating changing your business entity? If so, you’ll need to decide how to organize your company. Should you operate as a C corporation or as a pass-through entity such as a partnership, limited liability company...
by Lori Bowden | Aug 3, 2024 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax
Teachers who are getting ready for a new school year often pay for some of their classroom supplies out-of-pocket. They may be able to get some of that cost back by taking advantage of a special tax break for educators. History of the Deduction Before 2018, employees...
by Lori Bowden | Aug 1, 2024 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax
Purchasing a home is expensive, leaving many would-be buyers feeling cash-strapped. If that’s you, you might be considering taking some money from your traditional IRA to help fund the purchase. But should you? A 10% penalty normally applies to IRA withdrawals before...
by Lori Bowden | Jul 4, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
Many businesses use independent contractors to help keep their costs down and provide flexibility for short-term needs. But the question of whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor is complex. Be careful that your independent contractors are...
by Lori Bowden | Jul 3, 2024 | Newsletter, Tax
Businesses that operate in the retail or restaurant spheres have it relatively easy when it comes to collections. They generally take payments right at a point-of-sale terminal and customers go on their merry way. For other types of companies, it’s not so easy....
