Website Vistor, welcome to The Advisor for March 17, 2008.

  Great Advice from Bader Martin

David Stiefel, MBA, CPA/PFS
Shareholder and Director, Family and Closely Held Business Services

If you buy a hybrid for business or personal use this year―or a passenger car, truck, minivan, SUV, or heavy SUV for business use―you may get a break on your federal income taxes.

Hybrids are eligible for tax credits as a result of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, although the credits are reduced or eliminated this year for a few of the most popular models. In addition, as a result of the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008, there are also expanded expensing provisions and first-year depreciation deductions available for new business-use automobiles purchased in 2008.

Click Full Article for more information on these federal tax breaks, available to you this year.

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Mary Dickinson CPA
Senior Manager, Accounting and Assurance Services

We've said it before: The consequences of marriage are enormous. Married couples automatically enjoy a number of financial and legal protections that have not traditionally been available to unmarried couples―or were only available as a result of careful and proactive planning. Until last year.

In 2007, Washington established a statewide domestic partnership registry and granted its registered domestic partners a limited number of rights previously granted only to spouses.

On March 12, 2008, Washington Governor Christine Gregoire signed into law a significant expansion of the rights and responsibilities of domestic partners.

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  Timely Opportunities

While economists continue to debate whether or not we are in a recession, one thing is clear: Business owners and executives are worried about the future. Every week, there is more bad news. Gas prices are soaring and home values are falling. Retail sales fell last month while unemployment rose. So what can your company do to weather the storm? Here are seven ways to help survive and even take advantage of an economic slump.
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  Business Tax

Sometimes, a corporation can come out ahead by donating inventory or computer equipment to certain charities, rather than by liquidating it. Here are the details about a special tax break.
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  Personal Tax

If you put all your college savings money in a bank account, you could be penalized because of the way the financial aid system works. Here are the rules and a strategy for saving.
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Calif. becomes first state to ban trans fats
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Economy finally gets news to smile about
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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.