Business Impact of American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012

On January 2, 2013, Congress passed the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012.  Here are impacts to businesses from the passage of this bill.  We can help you understand the effect that the following changes will have on your tax situation. Section 179 depreciation increase extended – The dollar limit that can be expensed in […]

Individual Impact on American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012

On January 2, 2013, Congress passed the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012.  Here are impacts to individual taxpayers from the passage of this bill.  We can help you understand the effect that the following changes will have on your tax situation. Tax increase on the highest incomes in 2013 – Taxpayers (including those who receive […]

Retirement Contributions for 2012 and 2013

Below is a table of retirement contributions for 2012 and 2013.  It may not be too late to contribute for 2012 as you can contribute up to the due date of your tax return (i.e. April 15, 2013 for 2012 1040) for certain retirement plans.  You may also be eligible for the retirement savers tax […]

HSA Limitations

Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution limitations for 2012 and 2013 are as follows.  Contributions to a HSA are tax deductible or tax free as a payroll deduction.  Funds from an HSA account can be used to offset deductibles, copays and other medical expenses.  For more information visit the IRS website. HSA Limitations 2012 2013   Self-plan […]

Changes to FDIC Coverage

Effective:  January 1, 2013 The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) coverage amounts will change January 1, 2013.  Currently, all zero interest demand deposit accounts have unlimited insurance coverage.  In addition, all other accounts within the same bank are covered up to $250,000.  The unlimited coverage on zero interest demand accounts will expire on December 31, […]

How to Avoid the Stress of Year End Taxes

Paying taxes is an annual event that we cannot avoid.  As the end of the year draws near we all start to get a little stressed about how to save as much as we legally can. The first plan of attack is to set an appointment with one of our tax professionals.  Research shows that […]

2013 Employee Social Security Tax Rate Increases

For 2013, the employee tax rate for social security increases to 6.2%.  The medicare withholding stays the same at 1.45%.  The social security wage base limit will increases to $113,700.00. According to the IRS, employers should implement the 6.2% employee social security rate as soon as possible, but no later than February 15, 2013.  After […]