Henssler Financial Blog

401(k) Plans That Do the Firing

HensslerFinancial — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:32:58 +0000

In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains why 401(k) plans may oust former employees who participate in the plan. Read the Article

What are the new Section 179 expensing and bonus depreciation rules for 2013?

HensslerFinancial — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:24:09 +0000

Business owners: You have to spend money to make money. You still have tax perks to make business purchases. Read all about it in this Business Tip.

Brands Retreat

HensslerFinancial — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:54:20 +0000

Thursday's session closed slightly in the red zone. Brands took a breather amid the release of mixed economic news.

Happy Healthday! HSAs Turn 10

HensslerFinancial — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:51:43 +0000

HSAs celebrate their 10th anniversary in 2013. If you are eligible to save money in an HSA but don't currently take advantage of it, you may want to consider whether its many potential benefits may be right for you. Learn more in this Insurance Tip.

Red Zone Results

HensslerFinancial — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:25:10 +0000

Wednesday's session ended in red territory. Early gains reversed as the session progressed. Stocks slipped amid the release of home sales data and comments from the Federal Reserve.

Did You Overlook Something on a Prior Tax Return?

HensslerFinancial — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:50:46 +0000

Failing to report an item of income can often generate an IRS inquiry. Solution? File an amended return. Read all about it in this Tax Tip.

A Green Finish

HensslerFinancial — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:54:32 +0000

The Dow and the S&P 500 closed at new all-time highs on Tuesday. Brands such as Home Depot, Merck and JPMorgan Chase bolstered the Dow's ascent. Stocks prospered on Federal Reserve comments.

15 Ways to Save on Your Next Vacation

HensslerFinancial — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:42:24 +0000

If money is precious, it is even more precious when it goes toward a vacation! Read 15 way to save on your next getaway in this week's Financial Tip.

Slight Slip

HensslerFinancial — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:59:42 +0000

Indices closed slightly in red territory on Monday. Stocks traded fractionally lower today amid varied economic news.

2013 Will Hit Higher-Income Taxpayers Hard—Be Prepared (Part 3)

HensslerFinancial — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:09:06 +0000

Warning to high income earners: You may be subject to surtaxes on certain wages and investment income. Read more in this Tax Strategist.