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1099-K: Changes to Know

September 13, 2022

Are you a small business owner or an individual who receives payments through Venmo, Zelle, or another third-party payment platform? If so, you need to know about tax reporting changes that will affect your future tax filings.

Inflation Reduction Act: Common Tax Questions

September 6, 2022

Last month, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. The bill had a lot in it, including some changes to taxes and tax credits. News headlines can be deceiving or misleading when making generic claims about complicated legislation. Here are some common questions about how – or if – changes will affect you.

Tax Rebates Inbound!

August 30, 2022

In mid-September, the Illinois Department of Revenue will begin issuing tax rebate checks under the Illinois Family Relief Plan that was passed as part of the State Budget by the Illinois General Assembly this past Spring. You may be eligible to receive both Income Tax and Property Tax rebates.

Disclaiming Inheritance

March 19, 2021

You’ve inherited property. You don’t want it. What do you do? Simple! Disclaim it! Unfortunately, it’s not that simple – there are still specific rules and requirements, but disclaimers are done all the time, and you can do it, too. Learn more about how disclaimers work and how you can use them.

Affordable Internet

March 10, 2021

The Federal Communications Commission has created the Emergency Broadband Benefit program to assist Americans with paying for broadband service. While the program has not yet started, the FCC has released eligibility criteria. If you or someone you know is struggling to afford internet access or does not have it at all, I recommend looking into the this program.

Direct Deposit

February 5, 2021

Receiving a tax refund is great. Receiving a tax refund quickly is even better. Choosing Direct Deposit speeds up receipt of your tax refund by allowing the IRS to send your money directly to your bank account. Learn more about how you can set up Direct Deposit with the IRS.

Check Your Withholding

January 25, 2021

Are you giving Uncle Sam an interest-free loan? Worse yet, are you incurring a penalty? Withholding the correct amount of income tax from your paycheck is always important. In an increasingly uncertain economy, it is also far more difficult.

Forgotten Money

January 13, 2021

You may be owed money - no, really! Unclaimed money and property can fall through the cracks. Check out these websites and see if you have any uncollected cash!

5 Reasons You Need An Experienced Real Estate Attorney

October 26, 2020

Buying or selling real estate? Make sure you have an attorney representing you. Here are 5 reasons that hiring an experienced real estate attorney will make your transaction easier and safer.

Electing Judges: Where to Find Information

October 2, 2020

Voters in Illinois elect judges - making it paramount that you have the information you need to make an informed decision. Thankfully, Bar Associates evaluate judicial candidates and publish their recommendations.

Vote-By-Mail: A Brief Guide

September 14, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, voters across the country are urged to cast their ballot by mail. Voting by mail is an easy, safe, and secure voting method, but is also unfamiliar to many people who are used to voting in person. If you have questions about how the process works, view this brief guide to vote-by-mail in the City of Chicago.

8 Common Estate Planning Mistakes

August 7, 2020

An Estate Plan is an important tool - but making a mistake can have disastrous consequences. Prevent future headaches by avoiding these common estate planning mistakes.

Estate Planning: More Important Than Ever

July 10, 2020

The uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 Pandemic underscores the urgency of creating or updating your estate plan. Take this opportunity to organize your important information, evaluate your assets, and plan how you want them to be handled now and in the future.

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