ROB D. CPA, Inc.-Motivational Monday-Kindness

Hello and happy Monday.  Don't let this rainy Monday bring you down.  Flip it, we needed the rain. The plants, tress, flowers, grass are so happy now.  So are all the allergy suffers.  So it is a good Monday.  Our Motivational Monday is below, and it is that simple... By being kind to someone you may just help turn the day around for them.  Have a great Monday!

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Tax Season Survivor

If you see us today, we may just be wearing this t-shirt.  Have nice day!

ROB D CPA, Inc-TAX DADLINE-Newsletter, last minute tips

Are you one of those people who will be up late, all night to get your taxes done on time?  If you are you are not alone. Take a deep breathe and read this for a few last minute tips to help. http://www.robdcpa.com/newsletter.php#1

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Financial Friday-How to file for a tax extension

Hello Friday...  Many of you will probably spend some of your weekend working on your tax return.  The deadline is Wednesday, April 15th.  If you don't think you will be able to complete your tax return then you need to file an extension.  To learn more about an extension and how to file one visit the IRS website; http://www.irs.gov/uac/Extension-of-Time-To-File-Your-Tax-Return

Whatever your plans for the weekend, hope it is a good one and if you need help with your taxes, don't hesitate to give us a call during the weekend,  we can still help.

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Wacky Wednesday-taxes

Another Wacky Wednesday upon us... enjoy.  Sorry for the potty humor but it is a good tax related one so we had to go ahead and share it anyway.  Have a good Wednesday and now it is about keeping one eye on the weekend. 

ROB D CPA, Inc.- Financial Friday-Tax refund

Happy Friday, just a few short hours to go before the weekend. Keep in mind, daylight savings, be sure to spring forward Saturday night and check the batteries in all smoked alarms. Now onto Financial Friday...


When will you receive your tax refund? The answer depends on how you filed your return. The IRS should issue your refund check within six to eight weeks of filing a paper return. If you chose to receive your refund through direct deposit, you should receive it within a week. If you use e-file, your refund should be issued between two and three weeks.
You can check on the status of your refund by visiting this website,
https://sa.www4.irs.gov/irfof/lang/en/irfofgetstatus.jsp 

ROB D CPA, Inc.- Financial Friday- How to spend your tax return-wisely

Hello and happy Friday!

Have you already received your tax refund?  Will you be receiving a tax refund?  Now how to spend it.  Think about it before you spend it in one place.  Weather it is a little or a significant amount be smart about it, try to stretch it and get more out of it.

The Internal Revenue Service says most of you – somewhere between 75 and 80 percent – are getting one. The average tax refund in 2015 is going to be around $3,539. The IRS knows this because it handed out $26.8 billion

If you don’t have an immediate need, the best bet is to use your refund to reduce or eliminate debt, especially credit card debt.  Credit card debt has re-emerged as a drag on the U.S. economy. The Federal Reserve says credit card debt is up $91 billion from September 2011 to the end of 2014 and now stands at $882 billion.  The average family household owes $5,700 on credit cards.

Surveys show that 91 percent of people say they will use the refund to reduce debt or put into savings, but at least half spend the money shortly after receiving it and not on a needed or required purchase. They view a refund as “free money,” an unexpected bonus check from Uncle Sam that they can spend as they like.  A new computer, big-screen TV or home theatre is a lot more fun use of the $3,539 that suddenly appears in your bank account, but .it won’t provide you any help with your debt.

There are other "smart" ways to spend your tax return, here are 10 ideas. 

1) Start or build up a "fun fund" This account is for things like vacations, large fun purchases such as TV's, or kids activities. 
2) Start or build up your "emergency" fund.  This account is your backup when perhaps you loose a job and need to pay the bills. This is a very important one to start or build because you never know when something might happen.
3) Start or build up your retirement fund- never to late to start this one.
4) Put it back into your house.  Do you have a projects around the house that need to get done, can you refinance for a lower rate?
5) Give it to charity then claim it later. 
6) Start or build up a savings account for your child(ren).
7) Start or build up a college fund.
8) Spend it on something you NEED. There is a difference between something you need and want, don't get caught up in the "free money" thinking.  Think wisely, it is not free money.  You worked hard all year long to get your money back.  Perhaps you need to purchase a new car, use the money on a down payment.  This way you are financing less and saving more on interest. 
9) Invest it.  do your research, make sure you are investing wisely so the money works for you.
10) Go green.  Look into what programs you may qualify in your state there are many energy saving programs that you may receive reimbursement  on.  You will not only reduce your monthly expenses but you will be giving back to the environment.

Bonus tip:  Keep your ears/eyes open for special offers from local retailers.  In some cases,
places will offer discounts or future discounts on purchases if you spend your tax return with them. 

Bottom line is, think carefully, long and hard about what you want to accomplish with the tax refund and be sure you end up doing what you planned.  It really is all about planning ahead and again that actually starts at the beginning of the year.  So also think about it terms of this year.  Do your research or use and accountant who is current on tax issues so you can start thinking about your tax return for next year.  In other words, what can you do now so you can claim it later, it is like doubling your money. SCORE!

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Financial Friday-Taxes

TGIF on this very, very cold Friday in New England. Bundle up!

 Today our Financial Friday is something we are sharing that has been in the news. It is tax season and many people file online. A word of caution, if you are one who files online, be sure you are using a secure site. Please read this and just be in the know so you can make the best choice for filing your taxes.
http://boston.cbslocal.com/2015/02/07/massachusetts-temporarily-halts-state-tax-refunds-filed-through-turbotax/

Have a great weekend, hope our friends in MA had a nice vacation week and hope our NH friends have a good vacation next week.

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Special offer

Our special offer on Facebook expires a week from today.  If you haven't filed your taxes and need help we would love to be the ones.  Visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ROBDCPA
for the special offer and then call us today.

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Financial Friday-newsletter/taxes

Hooray, it is Friday! TGIF all! I know, I know another big storm is coming but at least it is Friday, gotta look on the positive side, right!? You can do that, think of one good thing in your life right now, and hold tight to that to get you through this next storm.

Anyway, Friday in our world means Financial Friday, this week we want to share this months newsletter with you, it is about taxes, of course.  http://www.robdcpa.com/newsletter.php . And remember if you want to receive our newsletter automatically each month, all you have to do is sign up for it on our homepage, it's easy, just leave us an e-mail.

FF can also stand for Friday Funny, so given what we are expecting again this weekend, we couldn't help but share this cartoon. 

Have a great weekend, stay warm, be safe, and O, Happy Valentine's Day!

Rob D CPA, Inc.-Wacky Wednesday-taxes

Take a deep breath we made it to Wednesday, which these days in New England is a big accomplishment.  Hope our Wacky Wednesday can provide a little bit of a relief in your hectic life.



Winter related tips:

Keep in mind at intersections with large  snow banks  there may be a person waiting to cross or another car, go slow and be alert.

If you can safely knock down icicles, do so to prevent any damage to your building or persons.

Please help keep street, sidewalks, fire hydrants, gas meters clear.

Remove as much snow from your roof as possible to prevent ice dams and roof collapse.

If you are making snow tunnels/forts for children, don't allow them to play in them unsupervised. 

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Motivational Monday-Snoopy

On yet another snowy Monday and for many another snow day we could use a little inspiration, so we are happy to bring you this one featuring snoopy.  If you are out on the roads today, slow down, take your time and leave plenty of space between you and other cars.  Also be sure to completely clean your car/truck off.  Happy Monday all, here is to a good week to us all.

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Motivational Monday-Patriots/Snow/Groundhog

Good Monday morning to you all. Yes, it is snowing again and many have yet another snow day but our team won the Superbowl!  It is all good today!  Today was to be our first day of our new Motivational  Monday.  The day we share an inspiring quote for the week.  Well the Patriots winning is inspiring so today we give you this simple saying honoring their hard work over the season.  Way to guys! 

If you have to be out on the roads, do be very careful.  The roads are not in great condition so go slow and leave plenty of space between you and other cars. 

 

Also, we wish all a Happy Groundhog day!  Reports say the new groundhog did see her shadow  so with that comes 6 more weeks of snow and based on the weather we are getting today, I would say it seems like a safe prediction.

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Financial Friday-Tax season

TGIF, we made it to another Friday, and here in New England that is big news, it has been a long week of snow removal.  And more on the way, hang in there New Englanders, we can do this! 

Today tax season officially starts, so happy tax season to everyone!  Do you hate doing your taxes?  When you think about it, do you get anxious? No idea what forms, documents,  and receipts you will need.  Are you even sure what forms you will have to fill out?  Do you know the current tax deductions you are entitled to?  Is your head spinning?!

Did you know today, January 30th is the deadline for companies to have completed their W-2 for all employees. April 15th is the tax deadline.  We don't want you stressing out over all these tax related issues.  We don't want you wondering if you are doing it right and staying up late on April 14th just so you can get your return in on time.  Let our experienced CPA's do all the work for you.  You will get personal, friendly and confidential service from local CPA's.  We will take the time to get to know your tax situation in order to help save you money.  Mention this post and receive $50.00 off your first time tax return with us.  Don't delay, April 15th comes fast.  This offer valid until February 6, 2015.




Enjoy the "big game" on Sunday! 

Rob D CPA, Inc.-Storm 2015

Good Monday Morning All!  Before the storm gets going, we wanted to share a little laugh with you.  But in all seriousness, be careful.  Clearly, don't be on the roads during the storm.  Plan for a long duration at home where you will be safe, warm and dry.  Don't hit the road as soon as it stops snowing because there is going to be a lot of clean up to do. 

We have all heard it before but, check on your neighbors, especially the elderly ones.  If you are shoveling snow, take breaks, do a little at a time. Lift with the legs, don't fling the snow over your shoulder.  Be sure to keep pipes clear of snow as well as fire hydrants.  Of course check your emergency supplies such as batteries, flashlights, gas, medication, portable radios in case of power outages and emergenciens. 

Since you will be home for a many hours in the storm if you should happen to think about your taxes and you have questions or you need someone to do them this year.  You can still reach us. at 781-325-2972.

Also, here is something I found to be a good tip in case of ice.

ROB D CPA, Inc.-Financial Friday-Taxes

TGIF,  Almost the weekend and here in Wilmington, MA  we are getting ready for a snowstorm.  Hope you all have plans to stay in on Saturday and ride the storm but then on Sunday go out and play in it.  Anyway, time for yet another Financial Friday.  You may have seen some commercials on tv, it is just about tax season.  This week we want to refer you to our tax center on our website, http://www.robdcpa.com/taxcenter2.php
There you will have a lot of your questions answered.  As always, you can call us if you still need more help. 

ROB D. CPA, Inc.-Wacky Wednesday-Tax credit

We bring you Wacky Wednesday.  Just a couple more days until the weekend, you can do it!

ROB D CPA, Inc- Financial Friday-Jan. newsletter

TGIF!  Just a few more short hours until the weekend.  We hope everyone has good plans for the weekend, but before that we bring you Financial Friday.

It is a new year and a new month which means we have yet another issue of our monthly newsletter. 

Check it you, http://www.robdcpa.com/newsletter.php


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Rob D CPA, Inc.- Financial Friday-Federal/State Wage guide

Congratulations, you made it through the first week of the new year.  Happy Friday!  Today our Financial Friday tip is regarding wages.  We are sharing ADP's 2015 Fast Wage and Tax Fact Sheet.  Print it out and keep it handy when doing your payroll.  If you have any questions regarding payroll issues, give us a call, we can help.

Rob D CPA, Inc.-Wacky Wednesday-Accounting/new math

Hang in there half way through the first week of the new year.  Happy Wacky Wednesday time! For those of you with children in school you might be able to relate to this one too with the new Core math that is being taught.  Maybe it will work in the accounting world, yes/ no?!.