6 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
If you are like most people, you are expecting a hefty tax refund from the IRS. With the average refund being thousands of dollars, there will soon be a lot of money sloshing around the economy. If you are one of those lucky taxpayers, you are probably already thinking of things to...
Tax Tips for Single Parents
According to Pew Research, one in four U.S. parents are unmarried. Filing taxes can be frustrating for anyone but it requires even more planning as a single parent. You want to avoid any mix-ups about who's claiming the kids and take advantage of beneficial tax breaks that can...
More Savings This Tax Season – The State of Washington Just Introduced a Working Families Tax Credit
The new tax credit can help residents of the state of Washington get back more money at tax time. Beginning February 1st, eligible workers can claim the Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) and get up to $1,200. How do I apply? All applications must be received by December 31,...
Do You Want to Pay as Little Taxes as Possible?
It’s super ez! Virginia’s just ramped up it’s Standard Deduction. This year, Virginia residents are in luck. Filers can save a lot more money because the standard deduction amount for the State of Virginia has almost DOUBLED. And, as you may already know, one of the ez-est ways to...
5 Tips for a Stress-Free Tax Season
If you’re like most people, doing your taxes isn't your favorite activity. The good news is you only have to file once a year and if you follow our tips you can keep stress to a minimum. Here are 5 tips for a stress-free tax season. Start doing your taxes early Reports have...
How Can I Make My Taxes Easier?
Right now, you’re probably so caught up in the holiday hoopla that you haven’t even thought about your taxes. But the more you plan ahead for the season, the less stressful filing will be, so don’t wait until January to get started. Here are some things you can do now that will...
Important Steps to Take Before You File Your Taxes
It's almost time to start doing your taxes. To ensure things go smoothly, there are some important steps you need to take before you file. Gather your receipts and tax documents You can expect your W2s, most 1099s and 1098 forms to arrive by January 31st. If you plan to itemize,...
Top 4 Reasons to Join a 401(K) Plan
A 401(k) is one of the best ways to build your nest egg for retirement. Employees who sign up can have a portion of each paycheck automatically withdrawn and invested. Some employers even offer to match your contributions up to a certain amount. If you aren’t...








