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Questions about the new Standard Overdraft Protection?

The Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC) has a good article on the advantages and disadvantages of the new Federal Banking regulations regarding "standard overdraft protection".   Read this article, and consult with your personal banker to determine if "opting in" is the correct option for you.   New rule will bar overdraft fees, protection

HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR TAX PREPARER Jeff Schnepper tells you how to save time and money by organizing your information BEFORE you take it to your tax preparer.  By organizing your information, not only do you save money on the tax preparation, but you have all the information together in case of an IRS audit.  Preparing for your Tax Preparer

SHOULD YOU PREPARE YOUR OWN TAXES?   Check out this article by Jeff Schnepper of MSN Money to find out when you should consult a paid preparer.   SHOULD YOU DO YOUR OWN TAXES?

On June 23rd, the IRS announced that it will raise the optional standard mileage rates for the final six months of 2011.  From July 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011, taxpayers can deduct 55.5 cents per mile for the business miles, and 23.5 cents per mile for medical and moving expenses.  These rates are up from 51 cents and 19 cent respectively, while the per-mile for charitable expenses remains fixed at 14 cents.  See the related article for more details. IRS Raises Standard Mileage Rates for final six months of 2011

IRS warns of new Identity Theft Scams using the IRS name.  The article below lists various scams that are out there now.  It also tells you how to spot a scam.  Check out the link below for more information.  IRS warns of Identity Theft Scams

What is an Enrolled Agent?  Find out about Cathy's status as an Enrolled Agent and what it means for you. Enrolled Agent Information