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H&S 2021 Tax Newsletter

January 12, 2021/in Uncategorized/by Stephanie Hendon

H&S 2020 Tax Newsletter

January 10, 2020/in Uncategorized/by Stephanie Hendon

We hope that you enjoyed the holidays and that 2020 is off to a great start! For us, the new year brings a new tax season and a new tax newsletter.

Our annual tax newsletter is full of tax law changes and we hope you find it helpful. Please feel free to contact your H&S tax professional if you have any questions – we are here to help!

Click the image below to download a copy of our 37th annual tax newsletter. Please feel free to pass it on!

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If you’d also like a copy of the checklist or questionnaire, please click the links below to download:

H&S Tax Questionnaire

H&S Tax Checklist

Why Most Chains Use a 4 Week Accounting Period

June 28, 2019/in Articles/by Stephanie Hendon

H&S has experts in restaurant accounting, payroll and taxes – providing busy restaurateurs with solutions to not only survive in this competitive industry, but thrive! Click here to read an article by Jim Laube on Why Most Chains Use a 4 Week Accounting Period.

How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Will Affect Small Business Owners

February 5, 2019/in Uncategorized/by Stephanie Hendon

MiBiz explains how small businesses may benefit from Pass-Through Deduction, Flat C Corp Tax Rate, Bonus Depreciation, and Accrual or Cash Accounting. The article even features our very own Sally Steffes, CPA! Click the link below to read more!

Small Business Owners See Benefits From Pass-Through Deduction, Flat Tax Rate

Times Indicator – Effective Use of Your Retirement Plan or IRA

January 30, 2019/in Articles, Media, Uncategorized/by Stephanie Hendon

You’ve worked long and hard for years, saving diligently through your employer-sponsored retirement savings plan. Now, with retirement on the horizon, it’s time to begin thinking about how to tap your plan assets for income.

First, evaluate your needs. Estimate your non-negotiable basic needs for things like housing, food and medical care. This is how much you’ll need just to get by. Then, estimate your income needs for things like travel, leisure and entertainment to determine how much income you’ll need for your desired lifestyle. You can adjust the lifestyle items, if necessary, but conventional guidance says you’ll need at least 70 percent of your pre-retirement income in retirement.

Second, assess your predictable income. Determine how much you can expect from Social Security and traditional pensions. If your predictable income will be enough to cover your basic needs, you may be in a position to use your retirement savings to fund your lifestyle.

On the other hand, if your basic needs exceed your predictable income, think carefully about how you tap into your retirement savings.

For example, if you have both tax-deferred and tax-free (Roth) accounts, you might consider utilizing tax-deferred accounts first to maximize the tax-free growth potential of your Roth.

Third, understand your plan options. Upon leaving your employer, you typically have four options. Plans may allow you to leave the money alone or may require that you begin taking distributions upon reaching the plan’s normal retirement age. You may choose to withdraw the money as a lump sum or receive equal payments for life. You may roll the money into an IRA. Or, if you continue to work during retirement, you may be able to roll the money into your new employer’s plan. Be sure to compare fees and expenses for each option before making a decision!

Determining the appropriate way to tap your assets can be extremely challenging and should take into account a number of factors, including income taxes, other income-producing assets, your overall health, and your estate plan.

The good news is you don’t have to do it alone. Speak with an accountant, attorney or financial advisor today to learn more about your options.

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H&S 2019 Tax Newsletter

January 14, 2019/in Articles, Newsletters, Tax Tips, Uncategorized/by Stephanie Hendon

We hope that you enjoyed the holidays and that 2019 is off to a great start! For us, the new year brings a new tax season and a new tax newsletter.

Our annual tax newsletter is full of many new tax law changes, and we hope you find it helpful. Please feel free to contact your H&S tax professional if you have any questions – we are here to help!

Click the image below to download a copy of our 36th annual tax newsletter. Please feel free to pass it on!

Click to Download Newsletter

If you’d also like a copy of the checklist or questionnaire, please click the links below to download:

H&S Tax Questionnaire

H&S Tax Checklist

Turn-key Payroll Services

May 11, 2018/in Articles, Newsletters, Uncategorized/by Stephanie Hendon

Our Payroll Specialists at H&S take care of your payroll needs from start to finish with turn-key services. Why take the time to stay up-to-date with ever-changing payroll rules? Let us ensure you meet all compliance regulations. Click on the image below to download our one-pager detailing everything we offer.

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Tax Extenders Passed!

February 9, 2018/in Articles, Media, Newsletters, Tax Checklist, Tax Tips, Uncategorized/by CurlyHost

In case you missed it, the tax extenders included in the budget deal passed on February 8th. Of course, please feel free to reach out to your H&S tax professional with questions about these provisions.

Click the image below to download a summary of tax provisions extended as part of the budget deal signed 2/9/18!

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H&S 2018 Tax Newsletter

January 8, 2018/in Articles, Newsletters, Tax Tips, Uncategorized/by CurlyHost

Well folks it’s here, another new year! Happy 2018! We hope you enjoyed the holidays, and were able to spend time with family and friends.

Our annual tax newsletter is full of many new tax law changes, and we hope you find it helpful. There are sure to be questions, so please feel free to contact your H&S tax professional – we are here to help!

Click the image below to download a copy of our 35th annual tax newsletter. Please feel free to pass it on!