Tax Tips for the Self-employed
Are you your own boss? The IRS has six key points on self-employment taxes they want you to know. Read the Article
Preretirement
Preretirement is the stage of life when you can solely focus on planning and saving for your retirement years. Learn more about Preretirement in this week’s Financial Tip.
Are You Required to File 1099s?
If you regularly use independent contractors instead of hiring employees, you may still have to file Form 1099. Read more in this Tax Tip.
What is Critical Illness Insurance?
Before you purchase a critical illness insurance policy, it is important to understand what is covered and what is not. Learn more in this week’s Insurance Tip.
Debt Payment Strategies
Before starting any debt payoff strategy (or combination of strategies), be sure you understand the terms of your debts, including any penalties for prepayment. Read more in this week’s Financial Tip.
Tax Strategist: Independent Contractor vs. Employee Status: A New Focus of the IRS
If you are a small-business owner, whether you hire people as independent contractors or as employees will affect the amount of taxes you withhold from their paychecks, as well as how much and what types of taxes you pay. Read this Tax Strategist for more.
Health Insurance and Divorce
With the many complexities in a divorce, pay close attention to the health insurance coverage for you and your children. Learn more in this week’s Insurance Tip.
Is a Stop Limit the Same as a Stop Order?
Stop limits and stop orders aim to get you a specified price on a stock, but they are not for use with every trade. Find out more in this week’s Financial Tip.
When You Apply for Insurance, Your Credit History Counts
Your credit score can affect your ability to purchase an insurance policy and what premium you might pay. Learn more in this week’s Insurance Tip.
In the News: Making the most of your gift cards
Received a gift card during the holidays? Bil Lako, CFP®, explains how to make the most of your gift in a Marietta Daily Journal article. Read Article