Money Management Articles
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- Tax Tips for Those Serving in the Military
- Are you or a loved one serving in the military? If so, you may be aware that there are many tax laws generally designed to make it easier to meet your tax obligations while serving your country. The Michigan Association of CPAs provides an...
- What Is the “Kiddie Tax”?
- We all know that everyone has to file a tax return and pay their taxes due, but does that apply to children, too? Many people may have heard of what is often referred to as the “kiddie tax.” The Michigan Association of CPAs explains...
- Five Mistakes People Make in Choosing a Tax Preparer
- Did you know that you are legally responsible for everything on your tax return, even if another person prepared it for you? Did you also know that your tax return paints a unique picture of your financial situation that you can use to make smart...
- Tax and Other Financial Considerations after a Natural Disaster
- The year 2011 was a tough one for natural disasters, with hurricanes soaking the Atlantic coast, tornadoes wreaking havoc in Southern and Midwestern states and wildfires hitting Texas, among other events. If you were affected by a natural...
- Five Questions to Ask Your Favorite Charity
- It’s very gratifying to make donations to a worthy charity and know you are making a difference in the world. But whenever you make a gift, you also want to be sure that your money will be used wisely. The Michigan Association of CPAs...
- Sorting Out Medicare Considerations
- There have been some important changes in laws affecting Medicare during the last year, but some other aspects of the program remain the same. With a new wave of Baby Boomers turning 65 each year, the Michigan Association of CPAs offers these...
- Smart Tax-Planning Steps to Take Now
- There are less than two months left in 2011. Have you done all that you need to do to simplify your tax situation and take advantage of the tax breaks available to you? The Michigan Association of CPAs offer this advice on actions you can take...
- Five Ways to Teach Kids Important Lessons about Money
- Are you happy with your child’s understanding of money? Many people want to ensure their children learn positive values when it comes to money, but they are not sure how to instill them. The Michigan Association of CPAs offers these five...
- Six Tips for Saving Money on the First Year of College
- Everyone knows that college tuition and fees are high-cost items, but what about the many other expenses associated with higher education? Parents of freshmen are often very surprised by the price of books, travel, dorm accessories and other...
- What College Students Need to Know About Credit Cards
- The Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 (known as the Credit CARD Act ) placed limits on the ability of those under 21 to get a credit card. It also set strict limits on card companies’ ability to market to...
