Tag Archives: education

Action Items for the New Year

Posted on February 20, 2025 by FCA Admin

I wrote this blog two years ago as a means of encouraging readers to prepare for the New Year.  Well, two years later, this message is still relevant as the times have not changed much from the prior years. Therefore, … 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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How much do you know about social security?

Posted on February 8, 2024 by FCA Admin

I was recently reading an article about young workers and social security.  The article mentions that many young adults don’t understand social security and the impact that social security and saving can have on their future plans. Some basic facts … Continue reading →

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Women need to save more for retirement

Posted on December 31, 2023 by FCA Admin

  I recently came across an article about why women should save more for retirement.  Interesting I thought. So I kept reading. The primary reason that we should save more is because we tend to outlive men.  And the longer … Continue reading →

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Are you in the market for a new job? Be sure to know your tax benefits.

Posted on April 16, 2023 by FCA Admin

The IRS frequently issues tips to taxpayers on various topics.  One topic of interest is tax benefits for job seekers. With so many people in the job market, the IRS feels that is imperative for job seekers to understand the … Continue reading →

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Teaching your kids how to save

Posted on December 11, 2022 by FCA Admin

It has often been said that a penny saved is a penny earned.  This phrase has been passed down from generations.  But sometimes it gets lost and not passed down from a parent to a child.  But how do we … Continue reading →

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Money and Dating

Posted on November 23, 2022 by FCA Admin

Should you date someone who makes more or less money than you do?  This is a tough question because we can’t help who we end up falling in love with.  But personal finances are a big part of any relationship … Continue reading →

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Free Government Resources on Personal Finance

Posted on August 10, 2022 by FCA Admin

Have you ever wondered what government resources are out there? Well, don’t keep wondering, simply click and take advantage of these great resources. Mymoney.gov-This site provides a wealth of resources for businesses and individuals alike.  Whether you are looking to … Continue reading →

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What are your barriers to saving?

Posted on July 1, 2022 by FCA Admin

             I came across this great article on Americasaves.org.  Many people have difficulty saving for one reason or another.  In this article, the writer shares some great tips to help and encourage people to save. The topics that she discusses … Continue reading →

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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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