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    Frankly, my dear, read the Medicare fine print

    by Kathy Brown Van Zutphen   Legal disclaimer: This information is not considered legal advice, nor does it form an attorney-client relationship. It is merely to inform of situations that I’ve either personally encountered or became aware of through clients.   Medicare is the governmental health insurance program, which, from 1966, has been a single-payer, […]

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    Independent contractors and their taxes

    by Tina Perkins If you are the brave-independent-self-reliant entrepreneur, you have benefits, meaning tax deductions that employees do not have. The upside is tax efficiency which is a code word for lower taxes. Although one can incorporate their business and get even more tax efficient, this article is directed to the self-employed. Keep in mind […]

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    How to get tax info organized

    by Tina Perkins// Are you still stalling on filing your 2016 tax return? Is the stress building? Most people procrastinate unless they are expecting a large refund or have an easy tax return. Three reasons people procrastinate are disorganized records, DIY and unresolved IRS or complicated tax matters. If you find yourself procrastinating and you […]

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    Do you have an ugly baby?

    by Ryan Giles// Did your business make a profit last year? If so, did it make as much as you would have liked? If not, don’t beat yourself up. In fact, most small and medium businesses did not make a healthy profit in 2015. As business owners, we invest our blood, sweat, and tears into […]

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    Is college worth it?

    by Lee Rogers A lagging economy and skyrocketing university costs leave many Americans asking, “Is college the right choice for me?” To know the answer, you will need to understand the costs and benefits of a university degree and learn more about planning and saving for college. The decision about whether or not to attend […]

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