The IRS has issued a warning to the public to be on the lookout for a surge of calls and e-mail phishing attempts related to the coronavirus pandemic and the one-time economic impact payment. The IRS says that scammers may do the following when trying to contact you: Emphasize the words stimulus check or stimulusRead more about Beware of COVID-19 Tax Scams[…]

Several new laws provide economic relief to individuals and businesses hardest hit by this year’s pandemic. This much-needed financial assistance, however, comes with a few strings attached. Here are three potential surprises you should be prepared for if you use the available economic relief packages: Getting a tax bill for unemployment benefits. While the $1,200Read more about Be Prepared for Pandemic Tax Surprises[…]

Tens of millions of people find themselves without a job due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. If you are one of them, you might be looking for ways to get the funds you need to get through until you find employment. Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, you may be ableRead more about Think Twice Before Using Retirement Savings as an Emergency Fund[…]