Podcast Episodes

How to File an Extension

Season 2 Episode 46

Tax day is dreaded by millions of Americans, and some people have such a hard time coming to grips with filing for taxes that they file extensions to prolong the inevitable. April 17th is the deadlin…

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

How to File for Social Security Benefits

Season 2 Episode 45

The discussions surrounding Social Security filing seems to always center around when to file and how best to strategize your claims; however, many do not know the actual process to file when you dec…

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

Cost Basis FAQs

Season 2 Episode 44

Selling an investment can have tax consequences. To figure out whether you need to report a gain or can claim a loss-after selling, you need to know the cost basis for that investment. On today’s sho…

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

Review Your W2 Form

Season 2 Episode 43

Every direct employee of a company receives a W-2 form in January. The W-2 is the base document that defines your tax obligations, so it is important that you review and understand yours. On today’s …

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

IRS Penalties to Avoid

Season 2 Episode 42

On today’s show, Ralph review some of the most common penalties associated with IRS filings as we come closer to the end of filing season on April 17th.

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Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

Why Aren't Americans Saving for Retirement?

Season 2 Episode 41

When it comes to saving for retirement, most American workers are not only falling short, they don not even know how behind they are. What is more disturbing, research shows that savings trends are g…

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

Tax Benefits of Parenthood

Season 2 Episode 40

Congratulations! You have just been handed your first little bundle of joy in the are about to embark on the long journey of parenthood. It will be full of joyful experiences that make the correspond…

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

Elimination of Misc. Itemized Deductions

Season 2 Episode 39

The Federal tax reform passed in December has created changes to the tax rate and bracket structure, with an elimination of personal exemptions and certain itemized deductions. The changes were impl…

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

15 Q's & A's for Tax Season

Season 2 Episode 38

On today's show, Ralph discusses 15 relevant and burning tax season questions to get the answers to before April 17th.

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Published on 7 years, 8 months ago

Watch Out for Tax Frauds

Season 2 Episode 37

In your rush to file your taxes this year, do not forget to watch out for fraudulent tax preparers. Crooked tax preparers will lure you with the promise of big refunds and easy fixes. Beware that you…

Published on 7 years, 8 months ago