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New 1099 IRS Rule for PayPal and Venmo Transactions

Heads up! If you missed it, there is a new 1099 IRS Rule for PayPal, Venmo and CashApp transactions starting in tax year 2022. This rule impacts small businesses and self-employed people. Reading an article covering this information in Entrepreneur.com this week, I was reminded how important it is to stay alert and start documenting […]

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Traits of Emotional Fitness

What are the traits of emotional fitness and why are they important? Having and maintaining a healthy emotional life is an ongoing practice throughout life. These past two years have taken a toll on all layers of health. Emotional health and emotional fitness work hand in hand. Emotional fitness is important for bolstering mental health

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Latest Cyber Vulnerability

The latest cyber vulnerability involves international players. Historically, conflicts between countries involved primarily military action. In the 21st century, cyber threats are used along with air/ground forces. And, these cyber risks extend to the US and all countries in the NATO Alliance. Every organization in the US is at risk from cyber threats that can

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What About the Practical Aspects of Life?

Reviewing the most recent data showing that two of three American adults don’t have a will, it was time to dig deeper. Alas, there was no mention about the practical aspects of life. The data revealed information about ages and reasons “why people had not” drafted up a will, yet there was nothing covering our

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Family Caregivers Month

Family Caregivers Month is here! November is the month where we take time to recognize and give praise and support to ALL people who dedicate their time, often unpaid, caring for a family member in need. As the holiday season is right around the corner, it is important that we show our appreciation for those

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It’s Open Enrollment Time

Health Insurance Open Enrollment time is here in the US. Heads-up! Open enrollment for employees, for individuals and for those on Medicare is here. Here are some tips to help you/yours this year. What is the open enrollment period for 2022? Private companies can set their own open enrollment periods with many choosing to do

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Shake Out!

Heads up – October 21st is International Shake Out day! Earthquakes aren’t just in California. For those interested in earthquakes, the USGS provides information here: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/browse/significant.php In 2021, there have been significant earthquakes in Hawaii, Alaska, South Carolina, Maryland, Nebraska, California and various places around the world. Learning about earthquakes and preparing for them in

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Transitions Are A Part of Life

Transitions are defined as, “the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another”. As we prepare for a seasonal transition of summer to autumn, it seemed fitting to cover the transitions of life we undergo. Transitions In Life From Birth through retirement and advanced age, transitions are with us every

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Who’s Your Advocate?

Who’s got your back? Who are your advocates? Broad questions, I know 🙂 Important questions when considering the importance of maintaining good health and staying on top of your finances. Yes, who are your advocates or who are those who’ve got your back? In this crazy world that turns on a dime, having someone in

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Return Home Safely After a Disaster

Recently CalFire (ReadyforWildfire.org) sent out information about how to return home safely after a fire. This helpful information could also be used after other natural disasters (ie, tornado, flooding, hurricane, earthquake, et al). It’s important to stay informed as things “heat up” this year. NOAA.gov keeps track of Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters. The below

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