Save Money This Winter

Winter is an expensive time with the four most extravagant holidays right after each other (Christmas, Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, and Halloween), increased utility bills, and more frequent driving.  All of these expenses add up and can be difficult to foot, especially if you are on a tight budget.  There are many ways to save money Read More

Halloween Statistics

Halloween has come a long way from the home-made holiday that it once was. People used to make homemade treats to pass out to little ghosts and goblins instead of purchasing bags of candy. Costumes were home sewn or glued instead of purchased at the local grocery store or online. It wasn’t until the 1970’s Read More

Using Halloween to Teach Your Kids Finance

Halloween brings a spirit of fun and youth into the air.  For one night, anyone can be anything; pirates, witches, princesses and villains litter the streets of neighborhoods across the country.  But with the fun, comes a plethora of sweet, intoxicating sugar.  Over the next few days, parents cringe thinking about the stomachaches, cavities and Read More

5 Reasons a Family Should Hire a CPA

Certified Public Accountants act as financial advisers to businesses, individuals, non-profit organizations, families, and financial institutions.  While most people would hire a CPA for businesses and institutions, they wouldn’t think to hire one for their family.  However, there are many benefits to hiring a CPA to help with family finances.  They can help in many Read More

CPA vs EA vs Tax Attorney

Choosing the right tax professional will ease the burden of tax season tremendously. Finding a tax professional you trust will make tax season less stressful and cost you less money.    There are three main types of tax professionals, Certified Public Accountants (CPA), Enrolled Agents (EA) and Tax Attorneys.