Category Archives: investing

Four Things You Should Know if You Barter

Posted on February 5, 2014 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Tax Tip 2014-26 Inside This Issue Bartering is the trading of one product or service for another. Often there is no exchange of cash. Small businesses sometimes barter to get products or services they need. For example, a … Continue reading →

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Five Important Tips on Gambling Income and Losses

Posted on June 6, 2013 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-24 Inside This Issue Whether you roll the dice, bet on the ponies, play cards or enjoy slot machines, you should know that as a casual gambler, your gambling winnings are fully taxable and must … Continue reading →

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Keep the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit in Mind for Summer Planning

Posted on July 15, 2012 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-01 Inside This Issue During the summer many parents may be planning the time between school years for their children while they work or look for work. The IRS wants to remind taxpayers that are … Continue reading →

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The Saver’s Credit and You

Posted on December 31, 2011 by FCA Admin

Low to moderate income individuals still have a chance to take advantage of the savers credit for 2011. The savers credit is a great motivator for saving for retirement. Those who can claim the credit must meet the flowing criteria: … Continue reading →

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A New Way to Save

Posted on April 28, 2011 by FCA Admin

Many people have already discovered this great new way to save.  What is it you may ask?  Tax time is a great time to save because many people receive refunds.  In 2010 President Obama created the tax time Savings Bond … Continue reading →

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America Saves Week 2010

Posted on February 22, 2010 by FCA Admin

Join First Capital Advisors along with several organizations across the county as we participate in America Saves Week, February 21 – 28, 2010.  The purpose of America Saves Week is to encourage, individuals and families to set savings goals and … Continue reading →

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SEC Launches Investor.gov

Posted on October 26, 2009 by FCA Admin

Have you heard about the new investor website by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)?  This website is yet another great tool for investor education. I’m very excited about the launch of this new site and I’m sure you will … Continue reading →

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Looking for a great Christmas gift?

Posted on December 20, 2008 by FCA Admin

At this time of the year, many people are struggling with how much to spend on Christmas gifts or even if they should go Christmas shopping.  I recently spoke to a friend who mentioned that she wasn’t going Christmas shopping.  … Continue reading →

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