Just When You Thought it was Safe…
Just when you thought it was safe to attempt to do your federal tax return for 2018, there are still plenty of sharks in the form of state of Iowa changes to be aware of for 2018 and going forward…
I have to pull “that” again?
How many times do you pull the same reports over and over and over again? Do you make the same customizations to a report month after month or week after week? Have you ever wished there was a way that…
Alert!! Tax season on the Horizon!!
As the new year is upon us it is time to start thinking about taxes. It is time to organize and gather documents as they come in the mail. Gathering information for your tax preparer may seem overwhelming, but staying…
Time Flies When You’re Having Fun!!
WOW, did 2018 fly by or what!? Our office will be sending out your tax organizers in the middle of January so please be on the lookout If you have moved or are in the process of moving, please contact…
Increased Standard Mileage Rates for 2019
Beginning January 1, 2019 the standard mileage rates will be: 58 cents per mile for business miles driven (up from 54.5 cents in 2018) 20 cents per mile for medical or moving purposes (up from 18 cents in 2018) 14…
What do to Mitigate the Impact of Data Breaches
Our last blog post (found here) on data security called your attention to recent data breaches impacting over 500,004,600 people. You may recall that the city of Ames was responsible for 4,600 and Marriott International for the remaining 500 million. …
It’s been a Year!
It’s been almost a year since a co-worker, Amanda Beach, and I attended a ProAdvisor Master Class in Illinois. I can’t decide if it is has been wow, what a year or where did the year go? It seems like…
More Data Breaches
Have you recently paid a parking ticket to the City of Ames? Or perhaps you recently stayed at Sheraton or Westin hotels? The data breaches reported by the City of Ames and Marriott International are another wake-up call highlighting the…
Tis the season…….
During this holiday season, in addition to being on the lookout for that perfect gift, also be on the lookout for your annual letter from BakerStarrett requesting 1099 and W-2 information and updates for the 2018 tax year. You may…
Family & Medical Leave Credit for Employers
Buried in the deep dark depths of the tax law passed in December 2017 was a great little benefit for those employers that are offering paid family or medical leave to workers annually. To be eligible, you must meet these…