Author Archives: FCA Admin

Top 6 Action Items for the New Year

Posted on December 10, 2024 by FCA Admin

As 2008 draws to a close, many are hopeful for significant changes in 2009.  Among these is a better economic outlook.  But what can you do now to make way for a better economic outlook?   Keep enough cash available.  … Continue reading →

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Important tips if you’re recently married

Posted on November 7, 2024 by FCA Admin

If you are recently married or planning to get married, be sure to notify the appropriate agencies. This will ensure that there are no complications come tax season. The IRS – Form 8822 should be completed if you have a … Continue reading →

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Check up on your charity

Posted on October 10, 2024 by FCA Admin

    These days you may receive several calls or mailings for making charitable donations.  Of course we all want to help out.  Money is very tight in this economy and no one wants to feel that they are being … Continue reading →

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To transfer or not to transfer

Posted on September 10, 2024 by FCA Admin

Credit card balance transfers are very common.  We usually think we are getting a good deal if we are offered a zero percent APR balance transfer.  This is a great offer.  However, too often we fail to think about the … Continue reading →

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Don’t let credit card debt get you down

Posted on August 10, 2024 by FCA Admin

So you have a lot of credit card debt?  So what now?  Many people find themselves in this situation and feel helpless and hopeless.  The key is to not give up.  There are many resources out there to help you. … Continue reading →

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Get it in writing.

Posted on July 31, 2024 by FCA Admin

  Many people are now borrowing from family and friends due to the current economic crisis.   This new phenomenon known as social lending has increased significantly over the past year. However, many fail to document the loan.  This in turn … Continue reading →

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IRS Can Help When Starting a Small Business

Posted on June 22, 2024 by FCA Admin

If you are opening a new business this summer, the IRS has some basic federal tax information to help you get started. Here are some things to consider when starting a business: Type of Business One of the first decisions you … Continue reading →

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Avoiding an IRS Audit

Posted on May 24, 2024 by FCA Admin

No one wants to be audited by the IRS.  It is embarrassing and also draining emotionally.  It makes many people uncomfortable because it implies that you did something wrong.  But just because you are audited doesn’t mean that you did … Continue reading →

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Give Tax Records a Mid-Year Tune-up this Summer

Posted on April 24, 2024 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    Summertime Tax Tip 2013-23 Inside This Issue During the summer, you may not think about doing your taxes, but maybe you should. Some of the expenses you’ve paid over the past few months might qualify for money-saving tax credits … Continue reading →

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Don’t Overlook the Benefits of Miscellaneous Deductions

Posted on March 5, 2024 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-17 Inside This Issue If you are able to itemize your deductions on your tax return instead of claiming the standard deduction, you may be able to claim certain miscellaneous deductions. A tax deduction reduces … Continue reading →

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