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Should You Get an IRS Identity Protection PIN?
IRS assigns Identity Protection PINs (IP PINs) are to prevent misuse of social security numbers. Why should you get one?

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


What You Need to Know About the IRS and Tax Audits
An audit from the IRS can be intimidating. The more prepared and better represented you are, the greater your chance for a positive outcome.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read


Post-Pandemic Savings Burning a Hole in Your Pocket?
Consumers resisted spending during COVID. Now, the urge to splurge is high. Nevertheless, you shouldn't overextend yourself financially:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read


Were You Affected by a Disaster Loss?
If you are impacted by federal disaster declaration, you may be eligible for tax filing deadline extensions and other tax benefits:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20225 min read


Complications to the IRA-to-Charity Distribution Provision
The SECURE Act made significant changes to the retirement plan provisions of the tax code, complicating IRA distributions and donations:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


Our Olympic Champs Get a Tax Break
In addition to winning an Olympic medal, winners are compensated by the U.S. Olympic Committee with tax-free prize money:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read


Tax Breaks for Grandparents
Grandparents raising their grandchildren should be aware of a variety of tax breaks that may ease their financial burden:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read


Here’s What Happened in the World of Small Business in August 2021
Here are five things that happened this past month that affect your small business:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


How to Use QuickBooks Desktop's New Customer Groups
You can now create groups of customers and automate the process of sending payment reminders with QuickBook’s new set of tools. Here’s how:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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