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7 Different Types of Income Streams for Your Business
No matter what type of business you operate, having more than one income stream can help protect you from economic disaster.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read


Are You at Risk for A Trust Fund Penalty?
There are no acceptable excuses for failure to withhold the required payroll taxes or for borrowing withheld amounts to pay other expenses.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read


4 Ways to Stop Overspending
Putting an end to overspending will help you achieve your financial goals—and it's not as hard as you might think.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


Unpaid Debt Taking Your Tax Refund?
We all look forward to receiving our tax refunds, but what if you were expecting a refund and it never arrived? 

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


Consequences of Filing Married Separately
Couples married on the last day of the tax year have two filing status options: married filing jointly or married filing separately...

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 202215 min read


The Tax-Filing Deadline Is Around the Corner
If you have not filed your 2020 tax return, May 17 is the due date to file a return or an extension and pay any taxes you owe:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


Tax-Free Grants for Restaurants
Is your hospitality business eligible for aid through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)? Learn more about the RRF and how to apply:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20226 min read


Here’s What Happened in the World of Small Business in April 2021
Here are five things that happened this past month that affect your small business. 1. ) The President announced tax credits for COVID-19...

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


Refund Statute Expiring: Don’t Miss Out!
If you have not yet filed your 2017 tax return and have a refund coming, time to claim that refund is running out! 

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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