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Is the U.S. economy on the rebound? The news is mixed. See below for updated information on stock prices, home sales, unemployment figures, and other economic data.
In the News:
IRS initiatives could change compliance landscape in 2010
Stocks fight back from big losses
Bernanke concerned about weak job market
Senate approves $15 billion jobs bill
Small biz lending stimulus runs dry - again
Midway USA wins Baldrige Award
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News
This edition of essentials outlines the requirements of the FTC's Red Flags Rule, which takes effect June 1 and will apply to many NFP organizations. (More...)
The U.S. Senate approved a $15 billion jobs package that includes tax relief for employers and small business expensing changes. Approval by the House or reconciliation with a House jobs bill will be necessary for the legislation to move forward. (More...)
Even though it's 2010, taxpayers can reduce their 2009 tax bill by taking timely action on retirement plan and IRA contributions. (More...)
WK Managing Member Russ Starr, CPA announced today that 21 of the firm's associates earned promotions effective January 1. (More...)
This issue features an article on the tax treatment of husband / wife LLCs and a summary of the new law that expands and extends the COBRA subsidy. (More...)
A new law recently signed by President Obama allows donors who make charitable contributions to aid Haiti earthquake victims before March 1 to elect to accelerate the income tax deduction to their 2009 return. (More...)
Williams-Keepers LLC Managing Member Russ Starr, CPA announced today that John D. Gamble, CPA, joined the firm’s ownership group on January 1, 2010.
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President Obama recently signed a law that includes provisions related to COBRA insurance. The law takes effect immediately and includes some new notification requirements that employers should note. (More...)
Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. recently named financial advisor Cathy M. Anderson, WMS, the branch manager of its office at 2005 West Broadway, Suite 100, in Columbia. (More...)
Williams-Keepers LLC Managing Member Russ Starr, CPA announced today that tax associate Mark Gingrich, J.D., recently passed the Missouri Bar exam. (More...)
Taxpayers who took advantage of the "Cash for Clunkers" program should be aware that the $3,500 and $4,500 vouchers will not be regarded as income for state or federal tax purposes.
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Trae Lorts, CPA, CVA recently completed his Certified Valuation Analyst recertification. (More...)
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