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DECEMBER 2023 E-NEWSLETTER

Important Update Regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)

Dear Valued Clients,

I hope this letter finds you well. At KVLSM LLP, we value the trust and partnership we have built with our clients over the years, and we are committed to keeping you informed about important developments that may affect your business. Today, we would like to bring your attention to the upcoming implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its potential impact on your operations....

 

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Watch Out For These Unexpected Tax Surprises!

No one likes surprises from the IRS, but they do occasionally happen. Here are some examples of tax situations you could find yourself in and what to do about them...

 

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Year-End Tax Cutting Moves to Consider

Here are moves you can make to reduce your taxable income. But the year is quickly coming to a close, so plan accordingly...

 

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Beware Of Holiday Scams

According to the FBI Internet Crime Report, Americans lost over $10.2 billion to cyber-enabled fraud, including $107 million to spoofing in 2022. Even savvy people can be caught by sophisticated schemes. Don’t be a victim; here are some common types of threats you should know about...

 

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Understanding Capital Gains Tax On Home Sales

Are you thinking of selling your primary residence? Unless the home has decreased in value since you bought it, you’ll want to know about potential capital gains tax on your sale. You don’t want to incur a larger than necessary tax bill...

 

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Manage Family Finances Like A Business

When doing your year-end financial review, consider managing your personal finances like you handle your business. Why? Looking at your personal situation from a business perspective helps you find places to cut expenses, boost cash flow and improve your personal financial situation...

 

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DECEMBER 2023 Q & A

Q: With the holidays here and the end of 2023 near, I'm uncertain how much to tip the people whose services I've used during the year. Any guidelines?

A: The following chart provides suggested tipping amounts for various service providers.

  • Teachers: $25 - $100
  • Daycare Providers: $20 - $70
  • Dogsitter: 1-2 weeks pay
  • Freelancers: 1 hours pay
  • Hairdresser: 20%
  • Delivery Persons: $20 - $75
  • Valet: $10 - $20

SHORT BITS

20/20 Hindsight

Looking back at 2023 may provide ideas to help get your business off to a better start in 2024. Some questions to ask yourself include:

HOW COMMITTED IS YOUR STAFF?
Ensure your vision for your future business is understood by staff and help incentivize them to commit fully.

ARE YOUR GOALS REALISTIC?
Consider resources, market share, new opportunities, challenges and potential bombshells to ensure your goals are rational and reasonable. Get input from your staff and professional advisors.

HOW’S YOUR HEALTH?
Your staff and family depend on you. The bottom line is you can’t give your best to either if you don’t care for yourself. Remember: Stress is a killer. Strive to maintain a workleisure balance.

Retiree Regrets

History is a great teacher. Those who go before us can help us to learn from their mistakes. Here are common regrets of retirees who wish they had done things differently.

  • 75% Starting Late
  • 63% Saving Too Little
  • 36% Choosing the Wrong Investments
  • 34% Not Paying Off Debts Sooner

Source: Consumer Sentiment Tracker, 2023

 

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