Hop on the e-Bus in Jackson or Sonora to get Your Taxes Done for Free
Posted by: thepinetree on 04/04/2018 09:59 AM
Sonora & Jackson, CA...Need help filing your federal and state income taxes?
The e-Bus will be in Jackson on April 9-10 and in Sonora on April 11-12 providing free tax prep to those earning $54,000 or less, the Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency announced. The bus will be staffed with IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) preparers, who will complete returns and check to see if taxpayers qualify for the expanded, cash-back California Earned Income Tax Credit, or CalEITC.
Half Off When You Make H&R Block Your Tax Headquarters
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/02/2018 09:50 AM
Angels Camp, Jackson, Valley Springs & Ione, CA...You Could Get Up To $3000 The Day You File At H&R Block. Come into an H&R Block tax office in Angels Camp, Jackson or Valley Springs to meet with a tax professional who can handle all your tax preparation needs. Our expert tax preparers can't wait to help you prepare and file your taxes. They'll find every last tax deduction available so you get the most from your tax return.
Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the Congress by Fed Chairman Jerome H. Powell
Posted by: thepinetree on 02/27/2018 08:27 AM
Washington, DC....Chairman Hensarling, Ranking Member Waters, and members of the Committee, I am pleased to present the Federal Reserve's semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the Congress. On the occasion of my first appearance before this Committee as Chairman of the Federal Reserve, I want to express my appreciation for my predecessor, Chair Janet Yellen, and her important contributions. During her term as Chair, the economy continued to strengthen and Federal Reserve policymakers began to normalize both the level of interest rates and the size of the balance sheet. Together, Chair Yellen and I have worked to ensure a smooth leadership transition and provide for continuity in monetary policy. I also want to express my appreciation for my colleagues on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). Finally, I want to affirm my continued support for the objectives assigned to us by the Congress--maximum employment and price stability--and for transparency about the Federal Reserve's policies and programs. Transparency is the foundation for our accountability, and I am committed to clearly explaining what we are doing and why we are doing it. Today I will briefly discuss the current economic situation and outlook before turning to monetary policy.
Tax Cuts & The Jobs Act 2017 & What It Means For You! ~ By Gail Lee, EA
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/28/2017 11:06 AM
Arnold, CA...After much debate and wrangling, Congress has given us long awaited changes in how Americans are taxed. Most changes are effective on January 1, 2018. Here are some highlights of many changes as we all prepare for planning opportunities.
Celebrating over 150 Years as Part of Your Community
Posted by: thepinetree on 12/02/2017 02:47 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Since 1867, we've believed in giving back to the communities that we serve in the form of donations, community involvement and volunteer time. Our employees are your friends and neighbors. We believe in working hard to make our communities a better place to live.
Gross Domestic Product: Third Quarter 2017 Revised Up To 3.3%
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/29/2017 09:06 AM
Washington, DC...Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 3.3 percent in the third quarter of 2017 (table 1), according to the "second" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 3.1 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on more complete source data than were available for the "advance" estimate issued last month. In the advance estimate, the increase in real GDP was 3.0 percent. With this second estimate for the third quarter, the general picture of economic growth remains the same; nonresidential fixed investment, state and local government spending, and private inventory investment were revised up from the prior estimate (see "Updates to GDP" on page 2).
What Will You Pay for Medicare in 2018? ~ From Brian Tewksbury
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/28/2017 01:11 PM
Murphys, CA...The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced that the standard monthly Part B premium in 2018 will remain $134 (or higher, depending on your income). In 2017, most Medicare beneficiaries who received Social Security benefits paid a lower monthly premium ($109, on average). However, this is likely to change in 2018.
Deadline Approaching for Undoing a 2016 Roth IRA Conversion ~ From Brian J. Tewksbury
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/10/2017 12:47 PM
Murphys, CA...If you converted a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA in 2016 and your Roth IRA has sustained losses, you may want to consider whether it makes sense to undo (recharacterize) your conversion. You have until October 16, 2017, to undo your 2016 conversion.* A recharacterization can help you avoid paying income tax on IRA assets that have lost value since the conversion. When you recharacterize, your conversion is treated for tax purposes as if it never happened.
Investment Literacy Happy Hour for Butte Fire Victims on July 25th
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/24/2017 05:09 PM
Mountain Ranch, CA...Complimentary Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks and Appetizers served while we learn about financial planning and investments. For victims of the Butte Fire, PG&E settlements are a tremendous opportunity to rebuild their lives. But they also come with great responsibility if they're to truly change victims' lives permanently.
