Bartering and Trading – Mean It, Book It
If you do the math, bartering and trading may not save you any more money than, at most, negotiating a good price for a product or service. So what’s the big deal about bartering? I
Is That Really a Non-Profit?
This time of year many of us start getting lots of requests for donations. In Corvallis alone, there are 283 non-profit organizations who can accept tax deductible donations. Cash and in-kind donations are tax deductible
Adding Healthcare cost to Pay Stubs using QuickBooks
I am a fan of the new reporting requirements to include employer paid healthcare costs on W-2s. Why? Because healthcare insurance has been on the rise for years and for most employees it is an
Embezzlement Alert: Who is processing your payroll?
Many companies outsource payroll processing at some level. You would know right away if your employees did not get paid, they would be lined up at your office door. But how do you know your
Eight Things to Know about Medical and Dental Expenses and Your Taxes
This is IRS Tax Tip 2012-30. It is important that you keep paperwork and receipts organized to take full advantage of any deductions or credits. Contact your CPA for specific questions about medical expense deductions.
Filter on the Fly
One of the best ways to deal with your stuff is to filter on the fly. By doing a bit of prep work up front, purging papers, donating goods, and keeping up on a clutter