TaxCalcUSA - Post Tax Season Tips

                                                   

De-stress from Tax Season!                  

The tax season crunch is over!  You’ve gotten most, if not all of your clients signed and sealed.  Now it’s time to finally wind down and de-stress from the heavy workload and just relax a bit.  Here are a few simple but easily forgotten tips to help you lower your blood pressure and just b-r-e-a-t-h-e!

§  Vacation!  Perhaps a three-day weekend is as much time as you can afford to take, but you’d be surprised how much you can relax in just 3 days if you pick a spot or activity you enjoy.

§  Spend family and friend time.  With all the time you spent working you may have discovered that you didn’t have time to be with the people you love and enjoy.  Plan lunch with a friend or family member, or just simply give a call to someone you haven’t spoken with for a while.

§  Exercise.  You were probably too busy during the height of the season to even take a walk.  Take an hour and sign up for that yoga class you’ve been thinking about.  Or take a long walk or hike and take in the scenery.

You’ve earned a high-five for all of your hard work, but you also probably need some much earned down-time too.  Go on – take a breath and relax!

Visit www.taxcalcusa.com to get a jump on your tax forms and envelops for the 2013 tax season. They’ll make it a breeze for you to get what you need efficiently and conveniently, without the headache!

 

 

Patio Barn - Did you know.....?

 

      

Patio Barn – Amherst, NH

The weather is changing and it may be time to consider heading outside.  Maybe it’s time to replace that old lawn chair that’s been sitting outside all winter and is torn and not too safe to sit on.  What would be better than a warm summer evening in the backyard or around the pool with family and friends enjoying a great meal or your favorite drink?  How does enjoying a cool evening around the fire pit, maybe roasting marshmallows for s’mores and sipping a hot drink sound?   

The creation of quality and uniquely designed indoor/outdoor living furniture at a good price is the focus at Patio Barn.  Patio Barn sells any type of indoor and outdoor furniture that you need in;

Ø  Resin and Natural Wicker

Ø  Teak

Ø  Recycled Poly

Ø  Wrought Iron

 

Patio Barn has an extensive variety of other outdoor recreational equipment as well, such as;

 

Ø  Umbrellas                                          

Ø  Outdoor Grills

Ø  Hammocks

Ø  Fire Pits

Ø  Awnings

Did you know…..?

To clean your acrylic and Polyester indoor/outdoor furniture is easier than you think.  Use warm (mild) soapy water and da medium/soft bristle brush.  To treat a stain, you can add about ½ cup of bleach to the soapy and water mixture.  Remember to rinse thoroughly.

Suntan lotions and sprays can leave a permanent mark or stain.  Always clean your furniture after exposure to these products.   

Check out Patio Barn on Route 101, Amherst NH or call Patio Barn at 603.673.2716 for great price and variety. 

 

Patio Barn - Patio Family Activies

Patio Barn – Amherst, NH

Now that the temps are definitely on the rise, spending time on the patio on your new chaise lounge or patio set that you recently purchased from Patio Barn in Amherst, NH becomes something to look forward to after a long day at work or school.  Maybe you need some ideas for activities that can keep you outside as long as possible.  Here are some suggestions that might get you started on your outdoor patio life!

   

      ·       Find 1 or 2 days a week to just relax!  You’ve earned it, you deserve it!  Kick back with your favorite book or magazine.

·       Of course you can do the usual barbeque grilling.

·       If you have kids, make a family game or craft project night out on the patio.

·       Roast hot dogs or marshmallows on the fire pit.

·       Have dinner and/or dessert out on the patio, even if you’ve prepared the dinner indoors.

·       Host a product party like jewelry or kitchen-ware.

         

                                                      

Whatever you plan to do on your patio or deck, make it fun, and make sure you check out the patio furniture and fire pit selections available at Patio Barn in Amherst, NH at 603.673.2716 for great price and variety, or check out the website at http://www.patiobarn.net. 

 

Forest Ridge - More Facts and Stats!

Forest Ridge Apartments

1-B Hampshire Dr., Nashua, NH

1-877-232-8604 or 603-883-7752

http://www.movetoforestridge.com/

 

Apartment living in the U.S. – Facts and Stats!

 

 

Did you know?......     

          Apartments have added new amenities and technology and design and have focused on better customer service provisions to attract more renters. “Apartment Living In America,” 1966 study by the National Multi Housing Council

 

          Many of today’s apartments have the look and feel more like single family homes and are bigger and have attached garages, built-ins, entertainment centers, alarm systems, Jacuzzi tubs, crown molding, high-speed internet access and so on. “Apartment Living In America,” 1966 study by the National Multi Housing Council

 

          Some renters chose renting over homeownership in order to invest in the stock market and not a home which has the added expense of upkeep and maintenance. “Apartment Living In America,” 1966 study by the National Multi Housing Council

 

         Renter households have increased by 1.2 million in 2 years (2004 to 2006).

           “Apartment Living In America,” 1966 study by the National Multi Housing Council

 

Once again, stay tuned and come back to visit for more apartment dweller facts and stats!  Happy renting! 

  

TaxCalcUSA - Post Tax Season Tips for Small Business Owners

                                    

 

Post Tax Season Tips for Small Business Owners

Now that you’ve made it through the 2013 tax season, hopefully you’ve emerged solvent and are satisfied with the results.  Just  because April 15^th is over however, doesn’t mean you can just forget about taxes.  You should start now considering next years’ tax strategies so that you can be prepared and not need to succumb to a last minute panic.  Here are a few tips that might help you get ahead of the game.

·       Update your books – If you’re a business owner, you need to keep your books current and up to date daily.

·       Conduct a “mid-year” review of your books – By June or July consider a mid-year review meeting with your accountant or tax preparer.  At that meeting request that you and your account/tax preparer formulate a way to minimize your tax bill for next year.

·       Plan funding for a retirement plan – A retirement plan is a good way to defer income taxes and provide for your future

·       Adjust your ETP (estimated tax payments) – As the tax year progresses, keep check on your “bottom line” and adjust your estimates accordingly.

Remember: At TaxCalcUSA, we sell:

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QuickFinder - Tax Reference Hand Books
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Call us at 1-866-929-2252 to place an order, or visit our website www.TaxCalcUSA.com.

 

The Water Store - Iron in Drinking Water

Iron in Drinking Water.

The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) established “national primary drinking water regulations” that set mandatory water quality standards for drinking water called “maximum contaminants levels” (MCL’s).   Iron in water is considered a “secondary” contaminant.  The MCL’s for iron are 0.3 mg/L.  Noticeable effects of too much iron in water are:

Iron in house pipes that can be found throughout the house.

 

 

rusty color

reddish or orange color

sediment

metallic taste

There are a wide variety of problems that are a result of secondary contaminants and can be broken down into three categories:

Aesthetic effects -- undesirable tastes or odors

Cosmetic effects -- effects that do not damage the body but are still undesirable

Technical effects -- damage to water equipment or reduced effectiveness of treatment for other contaminants

 

Conventional treatments can be used to remove secondary contaminants, such as iron, from our drinking water. These treatments include:

·   coagulation/flocculation

·   filtration

·   aeration

·   granular activated carbon.

 

Aeration Iron Removal System: Aeration Iron removal system will add air to the water for the oxidation of Iron, Manganese and Rotten Egg Smell (Hydrogen Sulfide Gas). The aeration system is the greenest form of filtration to clean up Murky discolored water with a bad smell, also used on chlorinated water to remove odors, sediment and acid water. The system can also be upgraded with an air pump.

              

 

Visit “The Water Store” on-line athttp://www.thewaterstorenh.com/products/drinking-water-systems to find out how you can remove iron and other contaminants from your family drinking water with The Water Stores’ Aeration Iron Removal Systems.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Water Store - Did you know?

 

Did you know?

Radon is not just in the air but in the water!

What is Radon?

According to the “New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services” (NHDES), Radon is an odorless, tasteless, colorless radioactive gas that surprisingly is a naturally occurring gas.  Radon comes from radium decay which occurs in rocks and soil and can dissolve in groundwater and subsequently get released in the air when you shower, do laundry or use the dishwasher.  This type of soil migration generally is the source of the largest percentage of radon in the average home.  Water testing usually takes 48 hours to process and requires a special water sample bottle be used.  Call The Water Store at 603-889-6680 or visit us at www.thewaterstorenh.com to obtain a sample test container.

 What are the health effects of radon exposure?

Exposure of radon gases in the air have been linked to an increased risk of lung cancer in studies.  Risks are increased with the ingestion or consumption of radon in water.  According to an EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Health Risk study, Dr. Maria Neira of WHO said that "Most radon-induced lung cancers occur from low and medium dose exposures in people's homes. Radon is the second most important cause of lung cancer after smoking in many countries."

In 1996 Congress reauthorized the “Safe Drinking Water Act” (SDWA) regarding radon gas in water.  Then, in 1999 the EPA started the process of establishing radon gas standards for public water systems.

How can “The Water Store” help eliminate Radon contamination in my home?                                                             

 

Radon Water System

 

The aeration method for radon in water mitigation is considered by the EPA to be the best available technology (BAT).  Most aeration systems are 99+% effective for removal of well water radon.

The aeration systems at The Water Store have 2 processes.  The water is first sprayed in the radon removal chamber that starts the aeration process.  Next (step 2), large volumes of filtered air is injected into the water, which creates millions of bubbles that travel through grids.  The bubbles continually break and release the harmful radon gas from the water.  The radon free water spills into a chamber where it’s repressurized and ready for home use. Give The Water Store a call today at 603-899-6680 for more information.

 

 

TaxCalc USA - 2013 W2 Changes

Important 2013 W-2 Changes

(As of March 18, 2013)

 

W-2

 

$2,500 limit on health Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)--For plan years beginning after December 31, 2012, a cafeteria plan may not allow an employee to request salary reduction contributions for a health FSA in excess of $2,500.

 

Additional Medicare Tax—Beginning January 1, 2013, an employer is required to withhold a 0.9% Additional Medicare Tax on any Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) wages or Railroad Retirement Act (RRTA) compensation it pays to an employee in excess of $200,000 in a calendar year. An employer is required to begin withholding Additional Medicare Tax in the pay period in which it pays wages or compensation in excess of $200,000 to an employee and continue to withhold it until the end of the calendar year. Additional Medicare Tax is only imposed on the employee. There is no employer share of Additional Medicare Tax. All wages and compensation that are subject to Medicare tax are subject to Additional Medicare Tax withholding if paid in excess of the $200,000 withholding threshold.

 

Employee social security tax withholding—The rate of social security tax withholding (for employees only) is restored to 6.2% for wage payments made beginning in 2013.

 

At TaxCalc USA, we sell W-2 forms and form envelopes.  Call us at 1-866-929-2252 to place an order, or visit our website www.TaxCalcUSA.com for more information.

 

 

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When & Where - Woodshed Roasting

Woodshed Roasting

Laconia, NH  

http://www.woodshedroast.com

 

Where we are and when.

          April 5, 6, & 7 - Woodshed Roast has a booth at the “Made in NH Expo” in Manchester, NH.

 

         April 7 – Woodshed will be at the “Taste of the Lakes Region.

 

          April 12, 13, & 15, we will be attending the “SCAA Expo” in Boston.

 

Did you know?…….

The word "coffee" entered the English language vocabulary in 1598 via Dutch koffie, borrowed from Turkish kahve.

Rumor has it that a 9^th century Ethiopian goat herder discovered the coffee bean while searching for his goat! 

 

Coffee Humor……

I DON'T HAVE A PROBLEM WITH CAFFEINE. I HAVE A PROBLEM WITHOUT IT!!!

 

Woodshed Roasting –

Laconia, NH  

http://www.woodshedroast.com

 

Where we are and when.

   April 5, 6, & 7 - Woodshed Roast has a booth at the “Made in NH Expo” in Manchester, NH.

 

   April 7 – Woodshed will be at the “Taste of the Lakes Region.

 

   April 12, 13, & 15, we will be attending the “SCAA Expo” in Boston.

 

Did you know?…….

The word "coffee" entered the English language vocabulary in 1598 via Dutch koffie, borrowed from Turkish kahve.

Rumor has it that a 9^th century Ethiopian goat herder discovered the coffee bean while searching for his goat! 

 

Coffee Humor……

I DON'T HAVE A PROBLEM WITH CAFFEINE. I HAVE A PROBLEM WITHOUT IT!!!