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Can I Write Off My Dog’s Expenses on My Tax Return?

Let’s face it, we spend a lot of our hard-earned money on our dogs. Dog ownership is a multi-billion-dollar industry! A single dog costs between $700 and $2,000 a year, depending on the breed. Nonetheless, over 50 million…

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Common Tax Issues

First things first, income taxes cover a full year of financials, so it’s no wonder the process can be daunting! They can also be complicated…

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Filing a Tax Extension

If you know you’re going to need more time to file your 2016 tax return, it’s a good idea to go ahead and file for…

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Life Events Impact Your Taxes:  Were You Married, Divorced or a New Parent in 2016?

Major life events like marriage, a divorce or adding a child to your family might have significant tax applications. Be sure to take these milestones…

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Use a Checklist to Ensure Your Taxes Are Complete

Checklists are handy for so many tasks, like moving, work action items and to-dos around the house. The same holds true for tax preparation. There…

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Don’t Put Off Your Tax Prep:  Let Us Do It Now!

Tax season is here. If you’re like many others, chances are you haven’t started on your 2016 taxes. Sure, “you have plenty of time,” but…

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What Starts January 23 and Ends April 18?

You probably guessed it from an accountant’s blog – tax season! While it’s tempting to wait to get started, we promise you’ll thank yourself come…

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Start the New Year with an Early Tax Filing

Don’t let this year become another of anxiety-filled tax prep! Use these next few weeks of winter and get a jump on your 2016 taxes….

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Save Receipts for Your Holiday Giving

‘Tis the season for giving and giving back. Many people do the bulk of their charitable giving during the holiday season. And in Kansas City,…

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