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  Great Advice from Bader Martin

Rodney Fujita, CPA
Shareholder and Director, Tax Services

Money for nothing, or so the song goes. Apparently, the same is true for tax rebates. The IRS says it will use the information on your 2007 federal income tax return to determine your eligibility and calculate the amount of your rebate. Nothing is required of you―no forms to complete, no boxes to check, no calls to make.

Last Wednesday, on February 13, 2008, President Bush signed into law the economic stimulus package that provides one-time federal tax rebates for many American taxpayers, as well as low-income people, seniors, and disabled veterans. The package also provides a stimulus to businesses through increased annual expensing limits and a bonus first-year depreciation provision.

Click Full Article to learn more about the amount, timing, and other conditions of your rebate.

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Stephanie Ritchie, CPA
Senior Manager, Accounting and Assurance Services

You may feel like celebrating after you file your tax return, but resist the temptation to make confetti from the supporting documents. It's essential that you save all of the paperwork that can protect you during an IRS audit or help you file an amended return for a refund.

So, which documents should you keep and for how long?

Click Full Article for an overview of the federal record retention requirements for your tax return.

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  Timely Opportunities

By now, you've probably heard about the new federal law that will be providing tax rebates to qualified individuals, beginning in May. But the Economic Stimulus Act also includes valuable new tax breaks for businesses on qualifying equipment and vehicles that they purchase. Click "Full Article" to find out which businesses are eligible, how much they can claim and what type of assets qualify.
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  Human Resources

Computer-based training can save your firm a bundle on instructors, classroom space and other logistical expenses. But provide sufficient administrative and technical support or delays and downtime can soak up your savings. Here are three tips for the electronically-minded company.
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  Business Finance

How can you prevent accounts from becoming delinquent? Of course, you can't guarantee that your customers will pay up, but this strategy should dramatically help your collection rate.
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The subject matter contained in this newsletter is often complex, with nuances that cannot be fully described in a single article or announcement. It is therefore vital that you consult with us -- and your legal and investment advisors, as appropriate -- before implementing ideas contained in the newsletter. Bader Martin, PS is not responsible for misinterpretations, errors, or omissions related to the content of this newsletter. Nor are we responsible for its applicability to your personal, business, or tax situation.