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| Economic Peace of Mind |
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 To all the friends and customers of Stevens Pierce and Associates, CPAs!
I was recently asked a question. "Should I take my Social Security at age 62 or wait until full retirement?"
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Ruth S. Pierce CPA CVA
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| QUOTE FOR THE WEEK! |
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Need a little inspiration for the week???
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| Changes at Stevens Pierce & Associates, CPAs |
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As we approach tax planning and tax season, we wanted to take this opportunity to introduce some new faces and reacquaint you with some you have seen before. As with any business, change is a part of the environment, it helps to maintain a strong, efficient and viable firm, and we have had some changes over the past year.
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| Help for Businesses Struggling With Employee Benefit Costs |
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 The economy is in the doldrums. At many companies, sales and profits are shrinking. Yet the cost of employee benefits keeps on rising. In tough economic times, businesses and individuals look for ways to reduce expenses. For employers, that may mean cutting benefits, especially health care. But there may be affordable ways to provide a nice benefit package. Here are cost-saving ideas, the average benefit costs paid by employers, and some perks offered by other organizations.
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| Ground Rules for 401(k) Loans |
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 Most 401(k) plans allow participants to borrow from themselves. When you take such a loan, you pay yourself back with interest. Sounds like a good deal, but there are a number of caveats to consider to keep your retirement savings growing.
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| Defending the Status of Independent Contractors |
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Hiring independent contractors is a good way to cut costs. But you must know the rules. A misstep can result in hefty tax bills and penalties. Here's the latest information about the IRS and independent contractors so you can avoid an IRS audit.
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| Tax-Savvy Ways to Help Educate the Grandchildren |
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 Here are three quick ways that generous grandparents can help pay for the high cost of college and save the family a big tax bite. All it takes is a little careful structuring of your gifts.
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