News & Tips

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Here are some suggestions to help you master the art of documenting and organizing your business now and in the future.","File_Name":"2021.03.01-organized-business-records-save-time-and-money.json","Media":"business-records.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-02-26","Title":"Protect Your Tax Return with this Secret Weapon","URL":"protect-your-tax-return-with-this-secret-weapon","Summary":"Worried about identity theft this tax season? There\u2019s a secret weapon you can now use to protect your tax return \u2013 an Identity Protection PIN. Find out here what it does and how to get one!","File_Name":"2021.02.26-protect-your-tax-return-with-this-secret-weapon.json","Media":"identity-theft.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-02-22","Title":"Be Prepared for these Pandemic Related Tax Surprises","URL":"be-prepared-for-these-pandemic-related-tax-surprises","Summary":"Don\u2019t get shocked by a high tax bill! Be prepared for these pandemic-related tax surprises when you file your 2020 tax return","File_Name":"2021.02.22-be-prepared-for-these-pandemic-related-tax-surprises.json","Media":"stimulus-check-income-tax.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-02-10","Title":"Four Ways to Make Sure your Tax Return Doesn't Get Stuck","URL":"four-ways-to-make-sure-your-tax-return-doesnt-get-stuck","Summary":"Here are four ways to make sure the preparation of your tax return keeps humming along until it gets filed.","File_Name":"2021.02.10-four-ways-to-make-sure-your-tax-return-doesnt-get-stuck.json","Media":"w-2-2020.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-01-29","Title":"Seven Tips for Financial Wellness in 2021","URL":"seven-tips-for-financial-wellness-in-2021","Summary":"Common New Year\u2019s resolutions are to lose weight or become more active. Perhaps 2021 is the year to shift focus. Here are seven tips to help you become more financially fit.","File_Name":"2021.01.29-seven-tips-for-financial-wellness-in-2021.json","Media":"financial-wellness.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-01-22","Title":"2021 Retirement Plan Limits","URL":"2021-retirement-plan-limits","Summary":"As part of your 2021 tax planning, now is the time to review funding your retirement accounts. Here are annual contribution limits for 2021:","File_Name":"2021.01.22-2021-retirement-plan-limits.json","Media":"retirement-planning.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-01-18","Title":"PPP Loan Expenses are Now Tax Deductible","URL":"ppp-loan-expenses-are-now-tax-deductible","Summary":"If you or your business received funds from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the recently passed Emergency Coronavirus Relief Act of 2020 will help to dramatically cut your tax bill. Here\u2019s what you need to know.","File_Name":"2021.01.18-ppp-loan-expenses-are-now-tax-deductible.json","Media":"ppp-expenses.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-01-11","Title":"Make Preparations for Form 1099s this Year","URL":"make-preparations-for-form-1099s-this-year","Summary":"Here are three tasks to consider that will make meeting your business's information reporting requirements less stressful this tax season.","File_Name":"2021.01.11-make-preparations-for-form-1099s-this-year.json","Media":"2020-form-1099.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2021-01-04","Title":"More Stimulus Payments on the Way: What You Need to Do Now!","URL":"more-stimulus-payments-on-the-way","Summary":"You could soon see another stimulus payment in your bank account with the recent passage of the Emergency Coronavirus Relief Act of 2020. Here are some of the major points you need to know about this piece of legislation.","File_Name":"2021.01.04-more-stimulus-payments-on-the-way.json","Media":"stimulus-check-2.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-12-29","Title":"Ideas for Better Savings Rates","URL":"ideas-for-better-savings-rates","Summary":"Nowadays, savings accounts don't earn you much interest income. Is there anywhere else you can put your hard-earned cash and generate a modest return? Here are several suggestions.","File_Name":"2020.12.29-ideas-for-better-savings-rates.json","Media":"savings-account.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-12-29","Title":"Using Depreciation to Control a Loan Forgiveness Tax Surprise","URL":"using-depreciation-to-control-a-loan-forgiveness-tax-surprise","Summary":"Bonus depreciation and Section 179 expense can be a valuable tool to help you manage your business' profit margin this year. Here are some thoughts to consider","File_Name":"2020.12.29-using-depreciation-to-control-a-loan-forgiveness-tax-surprise.json","Media":"depreciation.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-12-21","Title":"A Happy Banker Makes for a Happy Business","URL":"a-happy-banker-makes-for-a-happy-business","Summary":"Because of COVID-19, small business banks are more nervous about potential loan losses than ever. Here are tips for your business to maintain a great relationship with your lender.","File_Name":"2020.12.21-a-happy-banker-makes-for-a-happy-business.json","Media":"banker-with-client.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-12-08","Title":"Turn Your Home Office into a Tax Deduction","URL":"turn-your-home-office-into-a-tax-deduction","Summary":"Working from home in 2020? Here\u2019s a look at the requirements to be able to deduct your home office expenses, along with suggestions for how to qualify if you\u2019re currently working for your company as an employee.","File_Name":"2020.12.08-turn-your-home-office-into-a-tax-deduction.json","Media":"home-office-desk.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-11-30","Title":"Saving Too Much can Sometimes be Expensive","URL":"saving-too-much-can-sometimes-be-expensive","Summary":"You can run into trouble when you try to save money too much. Here are four ways that savings can get in your way and how you can correct them:","File_Name":"2020.11.30-saving-too-much-can-sometimes-be-expensive.json","Media":"store-sale.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-11-20","Title":"Steer Clear of Money Making Scams While You're Stuck at Home","URL":"steer-clear-of-money-making-scams-while-youre-stuck-at-home","Summary":"Scammers are targeting people looking to make money while stuck at home. While there are legitimate opportunities to earn extra cash, the Federal Trade Commission says to steer clear from the following money-making scams:","File_Name":"2020.11.20-steer-clear-of-money-making-scams-while-youre-stuck-at-home.json","Media":"money-making-scam.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-11-10","Title":"Retirement Savings Tips for Small Business Owners","URL":"retirement-savings-tips-for-small-business-owners","Summary":"Own a business and need to plan for retirement? Here are some of the most popular tax-advantaged retirement vehicles for small business owners in 2020 and some tips on saving for retirement.","File_Name":"2020.11.10-retirement-savings-tips-for-small-business-owners.json","Media":"small-business-owner.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-11-04","Title":"Don't Make These Business Website Mistakes","URL":"dont-make-these-business-website-mistakes","Summary":"Your company\u2019s online presence leaves a lasting impression. When people check out your site, will they stick around? Will they return? To ensure they do, avoid the following website mistakes:","File_Name":"2020.11.04-dont-make-these-business-website-mistakes.json","Media":"website.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-10-29","Title":"Generate Business Buzz with a Press Release","URL":"generate-business-buzz-with-a-press-release","Summary":"Here are several suggestions for crafting a press release to tell your business's story and how to best connect with local, regional or national reporters:","File_Name":"2020.10.29-generate-business-buzz-with-a-press-release.json","Media":"press-release.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-10-26","Title":"How to Build your Emergency Fund - When you Have No Money","URL":"how-to-build-your-emergency-fund-when-you-have-no-money","Summary":"This year\u2019s pandemic highlights the importance of having enough money for emergencies. But how do you build an emergency fund if you don\u2019t have any extra money? Here are some creative ways to do this","File_Name":"2020.10.26-how-to-build-your-emergency-fund-when-you-have-no-money.json","Media":"emergency-fund.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-10-19","Title":"Is a Tax Trap Lurking in your Paycheck?","URL":"is-a-tax-trap-lurking-in-your-paycheck","Summary":"Does your paycheck look a little higher than normal? If so, it could be a tax trap. Read all about what this might be and how you can avoid a large tax bill next year","File_Name":"2020.10.19-is-a-tax-trap-lurking-in-your-paycheck.json","Media":"social-security-tax.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-10-12","Title":"Switching Jobs? Here's What to Do with Your 401(k)","URL":"switching-jobs-heres-what-to-do-with-your-401-k","Summary":"Switching jobs due to being furloughed because of the pandemic or simply searching for greener pastures? If you have a 401(k) from your employer, here are four options for what you can do with it","File_Name":"2020.10.12-switching-jobs-heres-what-to-do-with-your-401-k.json","Media":"job-switch.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-09-29","Title":"Great Tips to Improve Your Credit Score","URL":"great-tips-to-improve-your-credit-score","Summary":"Getting and maintaining a high credit score is just like playing a game. Here are the rules of the credit score game you need to understand so you can get the highest score possible","File_Name":"2020.09.29-great-tips-to-improve-your-credit-score.json","Media":"credit-score-improvement.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-09-22","Title":"Crisis Avoided: Connecting with your Customers During an Emergency","URL":"crisis-avoided-connecting-with-your-customers-during-an-emergency","Summary":"Not sure how to address your customers when your business has an emergency? Here are the most important lessons learned from Garmin\u2019s ransomware attack about connecting with your customers during a crisis.","File_Name":"2020.09.22-crisis-avoided-connecting-with-your-customers-during-an-emergency.json","Media":"crisis-mode.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-09-15","Title":"Find a Budget Method that Works for You","URL":"find-a-budget-method-that-works-for-you","Summary":"How you use your money is based on your preferences. Here are five different methods of budgeting, each with a distinct way of helping you organize your spending and finances.","File_Name":"2020.09.15-find-a-budget-method-that-works-for-you.json","Media":"budgeting.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-09-08","Title":"IRS Rolls Out Quicker Fix for Missing Incorrect Stimulus Payments","URL":"irs-rolls-out-quicker-fix-for-missing-incorrect-stimulus-payments","Summary":"Are you still waiting for your Economic Impact Payment? Was the payment for the wrong amount? The IRS has new procedures to help correct payment issues in the following scenarios:","File_Name":"2020.09.08-irs-rolls-out-quicker-fix-for-missing-incorrect-stimulus-payments.json","Media":"irs-stimulus-payment.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-09-04","Title":"IRS Announces Common Tax Scams","URL":"irs-announces-common-tax-scams","Summary":"The IRS announced its 2020 edition of its annual list of tax scams with emphasis on aggressive and evolving schemes related to COVID-19 tax relief. Here are six of the more common scams.","File_Name":"2020.09.04-irs-announces-common-tax-scams.json","Media":"irs-scam.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-27","Title":"Should you Incorporate your Business?","URL":"should-you-incorporate-your-business","Summary":"You may have started your business as a simple sole proprietorship . As your business grows, you may want to change the structure. Here are several scenarios where it may make sense to do just that.","File_Name":"2020.08.26-how-to-eliminate-a-tax-surprise.json","Media":"incorporation.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-26","Title":"How to Eliminate a Tax Surprise","URL":"how-to-eliminate-a-tax-surprise","Summary":"Because not enough money may have been set aside from your income due to the impact of COVID-19, here\u2019s how to ensure you are not faced with a tax surprise when you file your tax return next April.","File_Name":"2020.08.26-how-to-eliminate-a-tax-surprise.json","Media":"tax-surprise.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-25","Title":"Don't Make these Mortgage Refinancing Mistakes","URL":"dont-make-these-mortgage-refinancing-mistakes","Summary":"With 30-year fixed rate mortgages approaching historical lows of 3%, you may be thinking about refinancing. Be careful though. Here are some common mistakes homeowners make when refinancing their mortgage.","File_Name":"2020.08.25-dont-make-these-mortgage-refinancing-mistakes.json","Media":"mortgage-refinancing.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-24","Title":"Build a Fortress Defense for PPP Loan Forgiveness","URL":"build-a-fortress-defense-for-ppp-loan-forgiveness","Summary":"Recent legislation liberalizes the terms of PPP loan forgiveness for funds used for payroll, utilities and rent. It is now based on a 24-week period. How can you best position your company to fully benefit from this? Here are five tips to help meet the challenge.","File_Name":"2020.08.24-build-a-fortress-defense-for-ppp-loan-forgiveness.json","Media":"ppp-loan-forgiveness.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-22","Title":"High School Students, Here's How You Can Make College More Affordable","URL":"high-school-students-heres-how-you-can-make-college-more-affordable","Summary":"College costs are rising rapidly, and it can be overwhelming to think about how to pay your way through school. Teenagers can help keep down the costs by taking these classes and exams while in high school:","File_Name":"2020.08.22-high-school-students-heres-how-you-can-make-college-more-affordable.json","Media":"college-prep.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-21","Title":"New Tax Rules for 2020","URL":"new-tax-rules-for-2020","Summary":"Looking to start planning next year's income tax return? Here are several new tax laws passed this year to consider as you start planning your 2020 tax obligation.","File_Name":"2020.08.21-new-tax-rules-for-2020.json","Media":"tax-law.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-21","Title":"Will that be Cash or Barter?","URL":"will-that-be-cash-or-barter","Summary":"Bartering, the act of trading goods or services with other goods or services, is more popular than ever. With high unemployment rates and cash flow being stressed, see how bartering can be a good way to create value for your business.","File_Name":"2020.08.21-will-that-be-cash-or-barter.json","Media":"barter.png"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-20","Title":"How Stay-at-Home Orders Change Money Habits","URL":"how-stay-at-home-orders-change-money-habits","Summary":"Are you still currently under stay-at-home orders? Here are three ways you can take advantage of our recent orders to improve your spending and saving habits.","File_Name":"2020.08.20-how-stay-at-home-orders-change-money-habits.json","Media":"tracking-spending.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-08-20","Title":"Small Business Owners Get Good News on PPP Loan Forgiveness","URL":"small-business-owners-get-good-news-on-ppp-loan-forgiveness","Summary":"Small business owners, self-employed workers and freelancers received some welcome news when Congress recently passed the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act. This new law clarifies how businesses can qualify to have all or a portion of its Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiven. Here is what you need to know:","File_Name":"2020.08.20-small-business-owners-get-good-news-on-ppp-loan-forgiveness.json","Media":"ppp-loan-application.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-07-20","Title":"Help! My Stimulus Payment is Wrong or Missing","URL":"help-my-stimulus-payment-is-wrong-or-missing","Summary":"Are you still waiting for your stimulus check? Here are some scenarios why you may not have received your payment, or it was for an incorrect amount, and what you can do.","File_Name":"2020.07.20-help-my-stimulus-payment-is-wrong-or-missing.json","Media":"stimulus-check-taken.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-07-13","Title":"IMPORTANT! You May Owe a Tax Payment this Month","URL":"you-may-owe-a-tax-payment-this-month","Summary":"This year, many Americans will have to write Uncle Sam a check to pay a portion of their 2020 taxes on or before July 15. Find out if you're one of these people:","File_Name":"2020.07.13-you-may-owe-a-tax-payment-this-month.json","Media":"tax-time-laptop.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-07-03","Title":"Financial Questions to Ask Mom and Dad","URL":"financial-questions-to-ask-mom-and-dad","Summary":"Be sure not to neglect helping those closest to you with their finances, especially aging parents. Here are some questions to ask your parents to help them sort through their financial picture.","File_Name":"2020.07.03-financial-questions-to-ask-mom-and-dad.json","Media":"son-helping-dad-with-finances.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-07-03","Title":"The New Face of Banking: It Suddenly got a Lot More Difficult to Buy a Home","URL":"the-new-face-of-banking","Summary":"The banking sector has changed how it operates. Here are some tips for working with banks and other lending institutions in the midst of tighter lending requirements and health regulations.","File_Name":"2020.07.02-the-new-face-of-banking.json","Media":"digital-credit-card.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-07-01","Title":"Think Before Tapping 401 (k) as Emergency Fund","URL":"think-before-tapping-401-k-as-emergency-fund","Summary":"Do you need a quick infusion of cash? Should you take out money from your retirement account? Here's what you need to know before making such a decision","File_Name":"2020.07.03-think-before-tapping-401-k-as-emergency-fund.json","Media":"taking-out-savings.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-06-26","Title":"Keep Cultivating Your Network","URL":"keep-cultivating-your-network","Summary":"Don't let social distancing get in the way of your personal and professional relationships. here are some tips to stay connected with your colleagues:","File_Name":"2020.06.26-keep-cultivating-your-network.json","Media":"video-conference.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-06-24","Title":"Ideas to Help Local Businesses","URL":"ideas-to-help-local-businesses","Summary":"Social distancing and a public wary of venturing into crowded environments means light customer traffic. Here are several ideas to help local businesses financially as they re-open:","File_Name":"2020.06.24-ideas-to-help-local-businesses.json","Media":"tip-jar.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-06-16","Title":"Be Prepared for Pandemic Tax Surprises","URL":"be-prepared-for-pandemic-tax-surprises","Summary":"Numerous new laws provide economic relief to individuals and businesses hit by this year\u2019s pandemic, but be aware of three potential surprises if you use these relief packages:","File_Name":"2020.06.16-be-prepared-for-pandemic-tax-surprises.json","Media":"surprise-tax-bill.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-05-22","Title":"Protect Your Video Conference Meetings","URL":"protect-your-video-conference-meetings","Summary":"Since video conferencing has become the norm during this virus outbreak, be sure to protect meetings with your friends and your company with these tips.","File_Name":"2020.05.22-protect-your-video-conference-meetings.json","Media":"video-conferencing.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-05-22","Title":"Answers to Common COVID-19 Unemployment Questions","URL":"answers-to-common-covid-19-unemployment-questions","Summary":"The recently passed CARES Act provides individuals and businesses financial relief from the strain caused by coronavirus. Here is a snapshot of the unemployment benefits section and how it affects everyone.","File_Name":"2020.05.22-answers-to-common-covid-19-unemployment-questions.json","Media":"covid-19-closures.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-05-22","Title":"Beware of Scams Tied to COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments","URL":"beware-of-scams-tied-to-covid-19-economic-impact-payments","Summary":"The IRS is warning you to be on the lookout for a surge of calls and e-mail scams related to COVID-19. Here are some examples of scams and how to spot them:","File_Name":"2020.05.22-beware-of-scams-tied-to-covid-19-economic-impact-payments.json","Media":"phone-scam.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-05-21","Title":"Ideas to Help Make Payments During Tough Times","URL":"ideas-to-help-make-payments-during-tough-times","Summary":"Millions of American workers who lost their paycheck because of COVID-19 need to find creative ways to pay bills. Here are 6 ways to get cash to help pay for your monthly expenses.","File_Name":"2020.05.20-ideas-to-help-make-payments-during-tough-times.json","Media":"past-due-bills.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-05-20","Title":"Get Your Money: Ensure you Receive a Stimulus Payment","URL":"get-your-money-ensure-you-receive-a-stimulus-payment","Summary":"The IRS launched a way to register to receive your payment and to determine the status of your payment. Here are the websites:","File_Name":"2020.05.20-get-your-money-ensure-you-receive-a-stimulus-payment.json","Media":"stimulus-check.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-05-19","Title":"Key 2020 Coronavirus Changes","URL":"key-2020-coronavirus-changes","Summary":"By monitoring tax changes and COVID-19 developments, we can work together to find the right tax planning strategy for you. Here are a few tax-related laws and information for 2020.","File_Name":"2020.05.19-key-2020-coronavirus-changes.json","Media":"covid-19-tax-changes.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-04-30","Title":"Is Your General Ledger Squeaky Clean? Spring Cleaning for your Business Should Include Cleaning up your General Ledger","URL":"is-your-general-ledger-squeaky-clean","Summary":"Sometimes your business's accounting system and general ledger may need cleaning. Here are five areas of your financial statements that may be due for a spring cleaning:","File_Name":"2020.04.29-is-your-general-ledger-squeaky-clean.json","Media":"general-ledger.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-04-29","Title":"Spare Change Goes Digital: A Clever New Way to Save","URL":"spare-change-goes-digital","Summary":"Many apps have digitized yesterday's jar of coins by sweeping electronic spare change into a digital jar to increase savings balances or pay down debt. Here are three of the more popular apps and how they work.","File_Name":"2020.04.29-spare-change-goes-digital.json","Media":"digital-coins.png"},{"Post_Date":"2020-04-22","Title":"Keep Your Social Security Number Safe: Identity Thieves are Very Active Right Now","URL":"keep-your-social-security-number-safe","Summary":"Identity thieves are using the pandemic as an opportunity to steal your SSN. Here are some things you can do to reduce the risk of this happening to you:","File_Name":"2020.04.22-keep-your-social-security-number-safe.json","Media":"social-security-protection.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-04-16","Title":"New Law Requires Small Business to Provide Paid Leave","URL":"new-law-requires-small-business-to-provide-paid-leave","Summary":"A new law provides businesses with fewer than 500 employees the funds to provide employees with paid leave for themselves or to care for family members. Here are the details of the new law\u2019s benefits:","File_Name":"2020.04.16-new-law-requires-small-business-to-provide-paid-leave.json","Media":"sick-leave.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-04-15","Title":"Tax Deadlines Move to July 15","URL":"tax-deadlines-move-to-july-15","Summary":"The April 15 federal income tax filing due date has been moved to July 15, the U.S. Treasury Department and IRS recently announced. Here is what you need to know:","File_Name":"2020.04.15-tax-deadlines-move-to-july-15.json","Media":"july-15-calendar.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-03-27","Title":"Should You Buy or Rent a Home? The Pros and Cons of Renting VS Buying","URL":"should-you-buy-or-rent-a-home","Summary":"Not sure whether to buy or rent a home? Here's a list of pros and cons to compare both options and see what works best for you.","File_Name":"2020.03.27-should-you-buy-or-rent-a-home.json","Media":"key-in-house-door.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-03-24","Title":"Special Notice Regarding Corona Virus Outbreak (COVID-19)","URL":"corona-virus-covid-19-special-notice","Summary":"The safety and well-being of all individuals and client businesses impacted by the coronavirus outbreak is of our highest importance. In these unprecedented times, we are committed to keeping you updated and informed as the impact of COVID-19 continues to evolve. In the following link, there is important information regarding our services as well as federal and other relief currently available:","File_Name":"2020.03.24-special-message-covid-19.json","Media":"corona-virus.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-03-20","Title":"Ease the Pain of Repaying Student Loans","URL":"ease-the-pain-of-repaying-student-loans","Summary":"Managing the burden that comes during repaying student loans is difficult, but there are ways to get relief while getting timely tax breaks. Here are four ways to lessen the strain of repaying student loans","File_Name":"2020.03.20-ease-the-pain-of-repaying-student-loans.json","Media":"student-loan-debt.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-03-17","Title":"How to Succeed as an Independent Contractor","URL":"how-to-succeed-as-an-independent-contractor","Summary":"Succeeding as a freelancer can be challenging because it requires understanding different set key success factors than being an e employee. Here are some tips on developing your skill set as an independent contractor:","File_Name":"2020.03.17-how-to-succeed-as-an-independent-contractor.json","Media":"freelancer.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-03-11","Title":"The IRS Data Theft Problem: Here's how to Minimize your Risk","URL":"the-irs-data-theft-problem","Summary":"The IRS has 52 web apps to help with tax obligations, but these apps are not yet compliant with modern security guidelines. Here\u2019s how you can protect your tax data while the IRS tries to improve its security controls:","File_Name":"2020.03.11-the-irs-data-theft-problem.json","Media":"hacker-infiltrating-servers.jpg"},{"Post_Date":"2020-03-10","Title":"New Rules Mean Saving More for Retirement","URL":"new-rules-mean-saving-more-for-retirement","Summary":"The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act, also known as the SECURE Act, was passed by Congress in late December 2019. 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