http://www.williamskeepers.com If you\'re looking for accurate, timely information regarding financial matters that affect your family and business, subscribe to our Client Alerts. This feed includes information on legislative changes and new agency regulations on tax, audit, accounting, payroll and other financial issues. en-us Copyright 2008 Williams Keepers Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:01 GMT patricksasser@hotmail.com 1 Copyright 2008 Williams KeepersBusiness/Business NewsWilliams KeepersnoIf you\'re looking for accurate, timely information regarding financial matters that affect your family and business, subscribe to our Client Alerts. This feed includes information on legislative changes and new agency regulations on tax, audit, accountinWKAlertshttp://feedburner.google.com First-time homebuyers who met the April 30 deadline for entering into a contract for the purchase of a home now have until September 30, 2010, to close on the contract in order to qualify for a tax credit. Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/80.pdf Williams KeepersnoFirst-time homebuyers who met the April 30 deadline for entering into a contract for the purchase of a home now have until September 30, 2010, to close on the contract in order to qualify for a tax credit.Williams KeepersFirst-time homebuyers who met the April 30 deadline for entering into a contract for the purchase of a home now have until September 30, 2010, to close on the contract in order to qualify for a tax credit. The Internal Revenue Service's Employee Plans Compliance Unit (EPCU) is sending a letter and instructions to a random sampling of 1,200 employers that sponsor 401(k) plans and asking them to complete a comprehensive 401(k) Compliance Check Questionnaire. The letter indicates failure to respond or provide complete information will result in further action or examination of the plan. Thu, 3 Jun 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/78.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe Internal Revenue Service's Employee Plans Compliance Unit (EPCU) is sending a letter and instructions to a random sampling of 1,200 employers that sponsor 401(k) plans and asking them to complete a comprehensive 401(k) Compliance Check Questionnaire. Williams KeepersThe Internal Revenue Service's Employee Plans Compliance Unit (EPCU) is sending a letter and instructions to a random sampling of 1,200 employers that sponsor 401(k) plans and asking them to complete a comprehensive 401(k) Compliance Check Questionnaire. The letter indicates failure to respond or provide complete information will result in further action or examination of the plan. Workers who lose their jobs in the months of April and May 2010 might be eligible for the COBRA subsidy, under a new law recently signed by President Obama. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/77.pdf Williams KeepersnoWorkers who lose their jobs in the months of April and May 2010 might be eligible for the COBRA subsidy, under a new law recently signed by President Obama.Williams KeepersWorkers who lose their jobs in the months of April and May 2010 might be eligible for the COBRA subsidy, under a new law recently signed by President Obama. The HIRE Act of 2010 includes tax incentives for employers, including a payroll tax "holiday," and an extension of the $250,000 threshold for small business expensing. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/74.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe HIRE Act of 2010 includes tax incentives for employers, including a payroll tax "holiday," and an extension of the $250,000 threshold for small business expensing.Williams KeepersThe HIRE Act of 2010 includes tax incentives for employers, including a payroll tax "holiday," and an extension of the $250,000 threshold for small business expensing. The U.S. Senate approved a $15 billion jobs package that includes tax relief for employers and small business expensing changes. Approval by the House or reconciliation with a House jobs bill will be necessary for the legislation to move forward. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/72.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe U.S. Senate approved a $15 billion jobs package that includes tax relief for employers and small business expensing changes. Approval by the House or reconciliation with a House jobs bill will be necessary for the legislation to move forward.Williams KeepersThe U.S. Senate approved a $15 billion jobs package that includes tax relief for employers and small business expensing changes. Approval by the House or reconciliation with a House jobs bill will be necessary for the legislation to move forward. Even though it's 2010, taxpayers can reduce their 2009 tax bill by taking timely action on retirement plan and IRA contributions. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/71.pdf Williams KeepersnoEven though it's 2010, taxpayers can reduce their 2009 tax bill by taking timely action on retirement plan and IRA contributions. Williams KeepersEven though it's 2010, taxpayers can reduce their 2009 tax bill by taking timely action on retirement plan and IRA contributions. The U.S. Senate was expected to debate a jobs bill that could have an impact on you and your business. See our brief list of key provisions. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/70.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe U.S. Senate was expected to debate a jobs bill that could have an impact on you and your business. See our brief list of key provisions.Williams KeepersThe U.S. Senate was expected to debate a jobs bill that could have an impact on you and your business. See our brief list of key provisions. A new law recently signed by President Obama allows donors who make charitable contributions to aid Haiti earthquake victims before March 1 to elect to accelerate the income tax deduction to their 2009 return. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/67.pdf Williams KeepersnoA new law recently signed by President Obama allows donors who make charitable contributions to aid Haiti earthquake victims before March 1 to elect to accelerate the income tax deduction to their 2009 return.Williams KeepersA new law recently signed by President Obama allows donors who make charitable contributions to aid Haiti earthquake victims before March 1 to elect to accelerate the income tax deduction to their 2009 return. President Obama recently signed a law that includes provisions related to COBRA insurance. The law takes effect immediately and includes some new notification requirements that employers should note. Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/65.pdf Williams KeepersnoPresident Obama recently signed a law that includes provisions related to COBRA insurance. The law takes effect immediately and includes some new notification requirements that employers should note.Williams KeepersPresident Obama recently signed a law that includes provisions related to COBRA insurance. The law takes effect immediately and includes some new notification requirements that employers should note. The year isn't over yet! You still have time to take advantage of tax-planning strategies that could help reduce your 2009 liability. In this letter, we have summarized strategies that are available for the 2009 tax year for homeowners, businesses employees and families. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/64.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe year isn't over yet! You still have time to take advantage of tax-planning strategies that could help reduce your 2009 liability. In this letter, we have summarized strategies that are available for the 2009 tax year for homeowners, businesses employeWilliams KeepersThe year isn't over yet! You still have time to take advantage of tax-planning strategies that could help reduce your 2009 liability. In this letter, we have summarized strategies that are available for the 2009 tax year for homeowners, businesses employees and families. Taxpayers who took advantage of the "Cash for Clunkers" program should be aware that the $3,500 and $4,500 vouchers will not be regarded as income for state or federal tax purposes. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/55.pdf Williams KeepersnoTaxpayers who took advantage of the "Cash for Clunkers" program should be aware that the $3,500 and $4,500 vouchers will not be regarded as income for state or federal tax purposes. Williams KeepersTaxpayers who took advantage of the "Cash for Clunkers" program should be aware that the $3,500 and $4,500 vouchers will not be regarded as income for state or federal tax purposes. The stimulus act signed by President Obama on February 17 contains tax changes for businesses, individuals and families. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/47.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe stimulus act signed by President Obama on February 17 contains tax changes for businesses, individuals and families.Williams KeepersThe stimulus act signed by President Obama on February 17 contains tax changes for businesses, individuals and families. On October 3, President Bush signed into law the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, an $850 billion financial markets rescue package. The rescue plan is designed to restore liquidity to the financial markets and includes some valuable tax incentives for individuals and businesses. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/37.pdf Williams KeepersnoOn October 3, President Bush signed into law the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, an $850 billion financial markets rescue package. The rescue plan is designed to restore liquidity to the financial markets and includes some valuable tax incenWilliams KeepersOn October 3, President Bush signed into law the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, an $850 billion financial markets rescue package. The rescue plan is designed to restore liquidity to the financial markets and includes some valuable tax incentives for individuals and businesses. The Internal Revenue Service released the revised instructions to the redesigned Form 990, Return of Organizations Exempt from Income Tax, on August 19, 2008. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:01 GMT Williams Keepers The 2008 Housing Act includes more than $15 billion in tax incentives and other changes to the tax code. Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/15.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe 2008 Housing Act includes more than $15 billion in tax incentives and other changes to the tax code.Williams KeepersThe 2008 Housing Act includes more than $15 billion in tax incentives and other changes to the tax code. The U.S. Department of Labor announced that the federal minimum wage for covered, nonexempt employees is $6.55 per hour, effective July 24, 2008. This change will not affect most Missouri employers. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/11.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe U.S. Department of Labor announced that the federal minimum wage for covered, nonexempt employees is $6.55 per hour, effective July 24, 2008. This change will not affect most Missouri employers.Williams KeepersThe U.S. Department of Labor announced that the federal minimum wage for covered, nonexempt employees is $6.55 per hour, effective July 24, 2008. This change will not affect most Missouri employers. The optional standard mileage rate for business miles driven on or after July 1, 2008, will increase to 58.5 cents per mile. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/12.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe optional standard mileage rate for business miles driven on or after July 1, 2008, will increase to 58.5 cents per mile.Williams KeepersThe optional standard mileage rate for business miles driven on or after July 1, 2008, will increase to 58.5 cents per mile. Taxpayers who live or own businesses in 35 Missouri counties are eligible for an automatic extension to May 19 for filing tax returns and paying balances due. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/13.pdf Williams KeepersnoTaxpayers who live or own businesses in 35 Missouri counties are eligible for an automatic extension to May 19 for filing tax returns and paying balances due.Williams KeepersTaxpayers who live or own businesses in 35 Missouri counties are eligible for an automatic extension to May 19 for filing tax returns and paying balances due. The economic stimulus package providing cash rebates to individuals and tax incentives for businesses was recently signed into law. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://williamskeepers.com/database/news/14.pdf Williams KeepersnoThe economic stimulus package providing cash rebates to individuals and tax incentives for businesses was recently signed into law.Williams KeepersThe economic stimulus package providing cash rebates to individuals and tax incentives for businesses was recently signed into law. Williams Keepersnonadult