Grandparent 529 Plans Get a Boost Under New FAFSA Rules
Grandparent-owned 529 plans were treated more harshly than parent-owned 529 plans on the FAFSA. This will change thanks to the FAFSA Simplification Act that was enacted in December 2020.
IRS Extends COVID-19 Relief Leave Donations
Employees can donate their unused paid vacation time, sick leave, and personal time off to qualified charities that provided COVID-19 relief through January 1, 2022.
Antitrust Crackdown Aims to Increase Competition
Government is cracking down on harmful corporate monopolies. This could be good news for the U.S. economy and small-business owners.
6 Tips for Managing an Inheritance
We all dream of a distant, rich uncle who will leave us lots of money in his will; however, an inheritance comes with lots of consequences. We provide 6 tips to manage your newfound wealth.
Getting Married and Related Tax Issues
If you postponed your “I Do’s” in 2020, and are recently married in 2021, here is a checklist of “to do’s” to help you make some important tax decisions.
Insuring Your Vacation Home
Most homeowners insurance policies provide limited coverage for personal property at an additional residence. However, if your coverage needs for your vacation home exceed this amount, you’re going to want to fill this gap by purchasing a policy that will cover your vacation home in its entirety.
Mid-Year Is a Good Time for a Financial Checkup
As life emerges from the pandemic to a “new normal,” a mid-year financial checkup may be more important than ever this year.
New Global Tax Accord Takes Shape
132 countries that represent more than 90% of worldwide gross domestic product recently agreed to reform international tax laws to “ensure that multinational enterprises pay a fair share of tax wherever they operate.”
Customers Paying Late? How to Create Statements in QuickBooks
There are many ways to encourage delinquent customers to pay. QuickBooks Online’s statements may be effective for you.
Maintaining Your Financial Records: The Importance of Being Organized
If you tend to keep stuff because you “might need it someday,” your desk or home office is probably overflowing with nonessential documents. An important part of managing your personal finances is keeping your financial records organized.