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We’re Helping Small Businesses Affected By Hurricane Sandy

We recently announced a partnership with the ASBDC to provide over 1 million entrepreneurs with on-demand access to professional tax and financial services online. Many of these small businesses are now struggling because of the unprecedented damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. As such we’re going to be allocating resources to help those small businesses impacted by the storm. Read More.

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How Much Should I Withdraw From My Retirement Account Annually?


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Many baby boomers are already retiring or will do so within the next ten to fifteen years. One of the questions that retirees frequently ask themselves is, "Am I withdrawing the correct amount of funds from my retirement account each year?" If they withdraw too much, they won't have enough money to last them through retirement. If you withdraw too little, then they'll find themselves having difficulty maintaining a budget. It's a constant balancing act. One school of thought suggests that retirees withdraw about 4-5% annually. .
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IRS Extends Tax Deadlines For Hurricane Sandy Victims


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The IRS has shown some compassion for Hurricane Sandy victims. They've extended a few tax deadlines that impact businesses and may provide greater relief in the future. .
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Storm Victims Need To Be Aware of Hurricane Deductibles

Most homeowners with an insurance policy are aware that they have to meet their deductible before the insurance company will cover any damage. However, few are aware that insurance policies include a separate provision for hurricanes. What does this mean for those affected by Sandy? Read More.

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Getting Your Hurricane Sandy Insurance Claims Paid Quickly

Contrary to Hurricane Irene, Sandy left the Mid-Atlantic states with catastrophic damage. The areas hit the worst include New Jersey, New York & Connecticut. Initial estimates indicate that the total damages could exceed $50 billion, which would rank among the second costliest storms in U.S. history; behind Hurricane Katrina. Given the significant loss, many affected families are going to be submitting insurance claims very shortly, if they haven’t already done so. What can you do to increase the chances that your claim is paid quickly? Read More.

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Are Insurance Proceeds From Hurricane Sandy Taxable?

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Hurricane Sandy was a major blow for several homeowners and businesses. The losses are unprecendented for the region and will trigger an excessive number of insurance claims. It’s important to understand the tax ramifications, if any, for receiving an insurance settlement on a claim. Read More.

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If the Presidential election and Congress don’t interfere, tax rates are scheduled to increase significantly in 2013 for investors and corporations. Proper planning now can yield significant tax savings. Read More.

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Do I Owe Taxes If I Withdraw From My IRA To Pay For a Home?


The purpose of an individual retirement account is to provide individuals with a tax favorable vehicle for retirement planning. As such, the IRS levies a hefty 10% early withdrawal penalty should an IRA holder withdraw from their account prior to reaching the age of 59 1/2. There are exceptions to this rule which include withdrawing funds to purchase a first home. .
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Are You Opening A 529 Plan Through Your Financial Advisor?


The advent of sophisticated technology in the financial services space has brought great change to the way transactions are executed. The days of over-sized commissions on trades are long gone. Today, anyone can execute a trade for under $10. This same wave of innovation and cost reduction is trickling down to retirement planning and college saving products. One such financial product that is now fairly easy to setup is a 529 plan. .
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Are You Prepared For The Health Care Changes In 2013?


Most of the big health care changes won't take effect until 2014. Still, many other important changes will start to impact employers and employees in 2013. If you're thinking that a Mitt Romney victory will overturn the health care ruling, don't hold your breath. There won't be enough time and the Senate is likely to be controlled by the Democrats. Are you prepared? .
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