business
Is there money in building spec homes?
While you may not get to choose every detail of a spec home, this option can offer excellent value for money. Many high-end items you find in spec homes t...
Read Journal 
business
What can you pay for with a healthcare flexible spending account?
An arrangement through your employer that lets you pay for many out-of-pocket medical expenses with tax-free dollars. Allowed expenses include insurance c...
Read Journal
education
Should I claim head of household on my w4?
Claiming head of household status for taxes can be very valuable. Who can use it. Heads of household can claim a 50% larger standard tax deduction than si...
Read Journal
culture
Do I have to pay quarterly taxes if I am retired?
If you have substantial income from investments, taxable retirement plan withdrawals or other sources from which you do not have income tax withheld, you ...
Read Journal
science
Who can claim the child tax credit?
These people qualify for the full Child Tax Credit: Married couples with income under $150,000. Families with a single parent (also called Head of Househo...
Read Journal
education
Why would a company request a W9 from another company?
The W-9 Instructions The W-9 request letter goes out because the W-9 has other uses too. For one, it gives written confirmation of your business name and ...
Read Journal
culture
Does Tully sleep with Johnny?
On another office outing, what has been teetering on the brink finally happens—Tully and Johnny sleep together. What’s worse is that it happens while Kate...
Read Journal
science
Is employer 401k match subject to FUTA?
The amounts deferred under your 401(k) plan are reported on your Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement. Although elective deferrals are not treated as current ...
Read Journal
arts
What do you need to know about capital gains tax?
For example, many people buy items at antique stores and garage sales and then resell them in online auctions. Do this in a businesslike manner and with t...
Read Journal
technology insights
Do you legally have to pay for your child?
Parents have a legal responsibility to provide financially for their children even if they no longer live with them. Non-resident parent /paying parent – ...
Read Journal