2022 Tax Filing Tips and Deadlines for Business Owners
Tax time is when business owners often look for deductions to help save money. But, preparing for tax season should start at the beginning of the New Year to implement necessary actions to take advantage of credits and deductions during that tax year. Below is a list of Tax Filing Tips and Deadlines business owners should note. Tax planning is
What The SECURE Act 2.0 Means For Retirement Savings
One of the most noteworthy retirement savings legislation in years, the SECURE Act 2.0, is now law. The SECURE Act is one of the most significant changes to retirement savings plans since Congress allowed for the automatic enrollment of employees and the addition of Target Date funds to retirement plans in 2006. The legislation provides changes that aim to help
5 Signs That Signal Interest Rates May Rise
In 2022 The Fed raised interest rates seven times, with the possibility of raising interest rates again in 2023 as they pursue cooling inflation. December 2022’s inflation rate was 6.5%, with the Fed Funds rate increasing to 4.4%, the rate banks borrow from The Fed. Consumers borrow from banks at a marked-up rate, generally 2% or more, depending on the
The 2023 U.S. Economy- A Guessing Game
Throughout 2022, the U.S. economy experienced high inflation, economic expansion and contraction, low unemployment, and narrowly avoided a recession. But even economists with insight have mixed feelings about what the 2023 U.S. economy may be like- it’s a guessing game this early in the New Year. The Federal Reserve has been working to slow the economy by raising interest rates
2023 IRS Retirement Savings Contribution Limits
The start of the New Year is a great time to focus on retirement savings contribution limits. Thanks to the power of compound interest. The more you save this year, the more financially secure you may be during retirement. Are you ready to make more headway on your retirement savings in 2023? Make sure to note the new IRS 2023
Tax Law Changes to Know Before Filing Your 2022 Tax Return
2022 had numerous tax law changes that may impact you when filing your 2022 taxes. Depending on your situation, the changes may mean a reduced refund or a larger tax bill. Here are some of the updated IRS tax law changes to know before filing your 2022 tax return: 1. Child tax credit and child and dependent care tax credit
6 Reasons Why You Need Life Insurance
Life insurance provides a strategy to protect your assets against premature liquidation. If a loss from death occurs, the assets you’ve worked hard for may face early liquidation. While health insurance protects you if you are injured or become ill, and other insurances protect against damages or loss of an asset, life insurance protects your beneficiaries from financial loss when
Social Security’s 2023 COLA Increase: What You Need to Know About Future Benefits
Social Security Retirement and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will increase by 8.7 percent in 2023, the most significant increase since the 1980s. The last time the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) was higher was in 1981, when the increase was 11.2%. The increase, due to inflation, will result in a Social Security benefits increase of an extra $146 per month, or
Holiday Season Deplete Your Savings? Here’s How to Recover
If you’re like many, overspending during the holiday season may deplete your savings. It is important for you to recover your savings so you’re financially prepared for unexpected expenses. Here are tips to help you spend less and send more money to your savings: Use automation to save You can recover your savings account by funding it through payroll deduction
8 Financial Strategies for the New Year
The start of the New Year is a great time to implement financial strategies toward improving your life. Whether you’re already saving or trying to pay off debt, making the right financial resolutions and working towards them can help you achieve your goals. Use these eight financial strategies to improve your financial health in the New Year. #1- Improve your