Posts by Scarlet Oak
Atlanta, It is time for Tax Prep!
If you haven’t done so already, it’s time to get ready to file your taxes. Whether you use a tax professional or prepare your taxes yourself, the first step is to get organized and a tax preparation checklist can help you do that. Here are some tips to help you get started. Collect your…
Read MoreNeed Your Accounts Tax Documents?
We always get a lot of questions about receiving 1099’s on accounts. Most 1099’s will be available online Jan 17th through Feb 12th, and after that a correction cycle happens every two weeks. Please expect that mailed copies will be five to seven business days after it is posted online. You can login to the…
Read MoreYour Tax Help-Should You File Jointly, Or Not?
For many married couples, filing jointly is a good idea, but there are exceptions. Ninety-five percent of married couples file joint federal tax returns. Filing jointly can be convenient. Frequently, there’s a financial advantage, but that does not mean it should be done without consideration.1 Years ago, there was less incentive to…
Read MoreThe Cost of Procrastination
The Cost of Procrastination Don’t let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial goals. Some of us share a common experience. You’re driving along when a police cruiser pulls up behind you with its lights flashing. You pull over, the officer gets out, and your heart drops. “Are you aware the registration on your…
Read MoreTax Scams & Schemes
Year after year, criminals try to scam certain taxpayers. Year after year, certain taxpayers resort to schemes in an effort to put one over on the Internal Revenue Service (I.R.S.). These cons occur year-round, not just during tax season. In response to their frequency, the I.R.S. has listed the 12 biggest offenses – scams that…
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