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Got a letter or notice from the IRS? Here are the next steps

IRS Tax Tip 2022-141, September 14, 2022 When the IRS needs to ask a question about a taxpayer's tax return, notify them about a change to their account, or request a payment, the agency often mails a letter or notice to the taxpayer. Getting mail from the IRS is not a cause for panic but, [...]

2022-09-14T08:50:31-07:00September 14th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Got a letter or notice from the IRS? Here are the next steps

Have questions about the recent student loan forgiveness announcement? I’ve got (some) answers. (Please forward this email to anyone you know who might need some clarity about their student loans. There's also a very important note about scams at the bottom that's worth sharing. #themoreyouknow) You've probably heard by now that the government plans to [...]

2022-09-12T11:48:39-07:00September 12th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on

Options for Extended Care

Did you miss out on the informative webinar on options for extended care. No worries, here is the link to watch when it is convenient for your schedule. Watch Webinar Now!

2022-09-08T10:04:47-07:00September 8th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Options for Extended Care

Retirement Friendly States

States vary widely in the way they tax retirement income so location is an important consideration in financially planning for retirement. Some states don’t levy income states on any sort of retirement income, while others tax IRA and 401(k) distributions, pension payouts and even social security payments like ordinary income. Income taxes are just part [...]

2022-08-25T07:48:39-07:00August 25th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Retirement Friendly States

Illinois’ Income and Property Tax Rebate

Many Illinois residents could soon see checks in the mail or money in their bank accounts thanks to new income and property tax rebates this fall, but who is eligible? Under Gov. J.B. Pritzker's Illinois Family Relief Plan, which was approved in April, one-time individual income tax and property tax rebates will be issued to [...]

2022-08-12T05:20:06-07:00August 12th, 2022|Tax|Comments Off on Illinois’ Income and Property Tax Rebate

GROCERY TAX SUSPENSION & STATE SALES TAX HOLIDAY

Grocery Tax Suspension Going on from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023 Public Act (P.A.) 102-0700 suspends the state 1 percent (1%) low rate of sales and use tax on retail sales of groceries normally taxed at this rate from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023. How does the 1 percent (1%) grocery [...]

2022-06-30T10:02:49-07:00June 30th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on GROCERY TAX SUSPENSION & STATE SALES TAX HOLIDAY

10 Things to Do with Your Tax Refund

WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR REFUND:   Start an emergency fund - It is recommended that you have 3 to 6 months living expenses set aside for emergencies. What is you got hurt tomorrow and could not work?  How would you pay your bills?  What if your car breaks down?  Using your refund to create [...]

2022-05-03T09:24:15-07:00May 3rd, 2022|Tax|Comments Off on 10 Things to Do with Your Tax Refund

Lake In The Hills

8411 Pyott Rd. Suite 107
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156

Elmhurst

579 W. North Ave. Suite 205
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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