Are You Giving Interest-Free Loans—Or Worse, a Gift—to the Government?
If you’re getting a refund, you’ve given the government an interest-free loan for the last year.
Q&A Time: Questions on AFC Enterprises, Amazon and Natural Gas
Ted Parrish, CFA, answers listener’s questions regarding how to play natural gas’ low price, and whether or not Amazon has had its run.
Should I Buy or Lease Assets for My Business?
Buying or leasing? It’s not just for cars or homes…it’s for business equipment as well. Learn more in this week’s Business Tip.
In the News: Are You Giving a Gift to the Government?
Are you giving the government $55 a week more than you should? We explain in today’s Marietta Daily Journal.
The Long-Term Care Dilemma: Insurers Leaving, Premiums Increasing
Many long-term care insurers are leaving the business. You’re still covered, but your premiums may increase. Learn what to do in this week’s Insurance Tip.
Tax Tidbits
The Senate approved a provision that would revoke the passports of those with delinquent tax debts. Read more tidbits in this Tax Tip.
Reporting Stock Transactions Becomes More Complicated
In 2011, brokers began to track the price paid for the securities in purchase transactions. Read what this means for you in this week’s Tax Tip.
Tax Strategist: Schedule Cs in the IRS’ Bull’s-eye
Schedule C returns have a 300% higher chance of being audited than a partnership or an S-Corporation. Learn more in this Tax Strategist.
How Insurance Companies Are Rated
When is a B- the same as an A+? When you’re reading rating agencies’ report cards for insurance companies. Read the guide in this week’s Insurance Tip.
In the News: To File, or Not to File—That Is the Question
Filing an extension doesn’t put you on an audit list. But, mismatched cost basis reporting could garner IRS scrutiny. We explain in today’s Marietta Daily Journal.