🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readRelating to a national emergency declared by the President on February 15, 2019 (H.J.Res. 46) – This resolution was an effort to block the national emergency declared by President Trump to redirect funds to build a wall at the Mexico border. It was introduced on Feb. 22 by Rep. Joaquin Castro … Continue reading “Vetoes, Resolutions and Recognition”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readPretty much everyone has heard about 401(k) plans, but beyond these – Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) also can be great retirement vehicles. HSAs are tax-advantaged savings accounts for those with high-deductible health plans (HDHPs). The idea is that since those with HDHPs generally have lower premiums but higher out-of-pocket expenses, they … Continue reading “HSA Accounts and Their Incredible Long-term Benefits”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readWhen it comes to figuring out a company’s net profit margin, this calculation gives a business and its financial officers a much better picture of the company’s profitability. Defining Net Profit Margin Net profit margin determines the percentage of revenue that ends up as profit after expenses are accounted for. Represented … Continue reading “How to Determine a Business’ Health by its Net Profit Margin”
🖨 Print⏱ 5 min readThese days, people who live to age 65 can expect to live at least another 20 years. That means many are likely to require some form of assisted caregiving. According to aging experts, the following guidelines describe characteristics of those most likely to need long-term care: Age – Risk increases as … Continue reading “Elderly Caregiver Facts and Figures”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readThe tax deadline is roughly two weeks away. But if you’re going to be late in filing, can’t pay all of what you owe or have the fear that you might be audited, don’t panic. We’ve got you covered with some smart ways to handle these three, potentially scary scenarios. Late … Continue reading “3 Tax Woes and How to Survive Them”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readThere will likely always be a need for a traditional paper printer, but there’s also a growing case that 3D printers may one day become commonplace in the average small business office. Consider the way that desktop publishing became mainstreamed, allowing small business owners to create their own marketing materials. New … Continue reading “How 3D Printing Can Enhance Your Business”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readRelating to a national emergency declared by the President on Feb. 15 (H.J.Res. 46) – This resolution was an effort to block the national emergency declared by President Trump for the purpose of using funds previously allocated for other initiatives to build a border wall along the southern border shared with … Continue reading “Blocking Emergency Funds, Protecting Land, Withdrawing Troops, Spying on Russia”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readConverting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA takes some fortitude and faith in the future numbers because this change can accelerate your tax bill. The current market and tax rate cuts from President Trump’s plan, however, are creating an environment ripe for conversions and making the move much more palatable. … Continue reading “Trump Tax Law Makes Now the Perfect Time for the Roth Conversion Retirement Trick”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readIn 2018 when President Trump and the Republican Congress rewrote the tax code, everyone knew there would be winners and losers. Exactly how this will play out is just starting to be seen – it closes loopholes while opening others and takes away some perks while creating new ones. Let’s see … Continue reading “Winners and Losers of the Tax Bill”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readWhen it comes to making cash flow projections, we’re all aware that it’s not an exact science. One of the main difficulties about accurately projecting cash flow has to do with timing. Examples include factoring in overhead such as payroll; lease or tax payments on the building; using credit to make … Continue reading “How to Create Cash Flow Projections and Profit & Loss Statements”