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Article | 5 min |
Your dream kitchen, bathroom, patio, or basement could be within reach if you’re sitting on home equity. Whether you’re looking to add an addition, finish a room, or enclose a patio, a remodel can add value to your house over time. Not sure where to start? There are numerous ways to add value to your home, so let’s explore some of the options together. Here are some of the most common home upgrades that add value to your home. Bathroom Upgrades Have an Impressive ROI If your family constantly battles for the bathroom or if you frequently host guests, consider expanding your house with an...
Article | 7 min |
Crowded office full of employees
As 2024 continues on, many business leaders are looking for ways to remain resilient due to economic uncertainties. According to recent SAS data, 97% of executives view resiliency as an important factor—and 87% are confident about increasing resiliency in their companies in the future. Part of their efforts to increase the sustainability and buoyancy of their organizations may be to trim expenses; incorporating best-fit technology and applicable automation strategies into your day-to-day can open up cost management opportunities and support process optimization. Here, we provide tips for using...
Article | 5 min |
Fraudsters today are smarter than ever. As technology advances, so do their tactics. As a consumer, you need to be aware of the latest fraud schemes to help protect yourself. Let’s discuss some ways scammers are impersonating the IRS to trick victims and steal your hard-earned cash. IRS Impersonation Scams If you’re like most of the U.S. population, you’ve probably screened some phone calls from scammers. During tax season and beyond, con artists are capitalizing on impersonation. They make unsolicited calls claiming to be IRS officials, demanding the victim pay a bogus tax bill. The...
Article | 5 min |
Executives meeting to create an action plan
You’ve invested countless long, hard hours in building a stable, profitable business with a bright future. But negative economic forces can strike at any time, destabilizing your finances and possibly even endangering the survival of your business. This is one of the main reasons it’s so important to build and maintain healthy cash reserves. Cash reserves serve many important purposes including helping business owners meet unexpected expenses while also stabilizing cash flow and easing overall financial stress. This guide to cash reserves explains why it’s so important for a business to have...
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Tax laws can be complicated, but forming a robust tax plan is crucial to attaining your future financial goals. In this article, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about tax codes and other helpful information to know as you prepare. A tax plan can benefit you in three ways. It allows you to: Maximize savings by leveraging all available tax credits and deductions Avoid costly fees and penalties by paying your taxes on time Make informed decisions regarding your tax liability and long-term goals Keep in mind that building your plan can quickly become confusing, as the tax code and...