It’s time for more US tax updates! Two important areas of focus this week: 1) 2022 Tax Year Benefit Changes and 2) Tax Brackets for 2023. Let’s get you ready for tax preparation and filing for the 2022 calendar year. On Friday October 21st, the IRS also announced the inflation-adjusted employee contribution limit for 401(k)s […]
Student Loan Forgiveness has been in the news of late. This student loan relief initiative will impact up to 40 Million Americans. As information about the program details continues to evolve, there may be some “tweaks” ahead. The US Department of Education released an article of “do’s and don’ts” this week I wish to share
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2022 data breaches have been on the rise. This is not good news for us, we mere humans, who rely heavily on technology 😟😞 A data breach occurs when a threat actor breaks into (or breaches) a company, organization, or entity’s system and purposefully lifts sensitive, private, and/or personally identifiable data from that system. When
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Open enrollment for 2023 is coming up before you know it! Healthcare coverage is a hot topic across the country. Begin planning now to ensure a smooth process for everyone. For businesses, this is the time for your budgeting and discussions with benefits providers about healthcare and other benefits for your employees. For employees, seek
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The Inflation Reduction Act Bill passed by the Senate and the House this week includes Healthcare Cost Savings measures to be aware of. This bill contains provisions impacting health care, climate and tax reform. The Inflation Reduction Act is estimated to spend about $485 billion over 10 years on health and alternative energy programs while raising about
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In the fall of 2021, the FTC issued a new policy statement pertaining to subscription offers, automatic renewals and negative option marketing. This seems to have fallen “under the radar” and I want to make sure you are aware! Automatic Renewals Automatic renewals and subscription models are used throughout the US in daily life. You
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The new 988 Hotline was launched 7.15.2022. Verywell Health published an article this week to highlight the features of this service. https://www.verywellhealth.com/988-suicide-prevention-hotline-5547790. Here are highlights from this important resource. Overview Starting July 16, you can call or text 988 for help if you’re experiencing a mental health crisis The hotline can connect callers to trained
The tax code is not exactly “bedtime reading” 🙂 I read an article this week on https://financebuzz.com/irs-retirement-changes?pid=1692 I’m sharing with my own information added! Want you to have a heads up to the 2022 IRS changes impacting retirement accounts. As you save for retirement, take note of the following changes. 1. Maximum contributions are higher
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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is observed in June as an opportunity to spread the word about and discuss Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The 2022 statistics infographic about from the Alzheimer’s Organization are staggering. Something I was reminded of this week is the correlation between heart
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As May is Mental Health awareness month, let’s close out the month with information about mental health and trauma. In light of recent events, it is a good time to remember that your mental health is essential to your overall health ❣ One Foundation I found recently is the Jed Foundation. The Jed Foundation (JED)
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