Category Archives: employment

Students: Make the most of your summer job.

Posted on July 16, 2011 by FCA Admin

This summer, many students will be taking on summer jobs.  However, many are unaware of the tax consequences involved with employment.  Additionally, many students fail to establish a savings goal.  For example: 1. Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate must … Continue reading →

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Will the increase in minimum wage help or hinder workers?

Posted on July 26, 2009 by FCA Admin

The minimum wage increased to $7.25 on July 24th.  However, many are questioning whether this will be a boost to workers considering the current economic climate.  Some economists are arguing that this is another stimulus for the economy.  But is … Continue reading →

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What is Making Work Pay?

Posted on April 11, 2009 by FCA Admin

Making Work Pay is a new tax credit as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.  It will give taxpayers a refundable tax credit of up to $400 for single taxpayers and $800 for married taxpayers filing … Continue reading →

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