February 2011 Accounting Newsletter

1. FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILIES
One out of every 26 American families include at least one special needs child, and their financial planning is especially complex. In this month's podcast, Michael Steiner, CPA, CFP, sheds light on the details of a sound financial plan for these families. http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?sid=15290

=============================================

2. SOCIAL SECURITY REDUCTION PUTS MORE MONEY IN YOUR POCKET AND REPRESENTS A SAVINGS OPPORTUNITY
You may have noticed a few extra dollars in your paycheck lately. While it is always possible your boss gave you a raise for your stellar performance, in reality, you can thank Uncle Sam. What will you do with this extra money in 2011? http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?sid=15283

=============================================

3. YOU’RE THE BOSS, NOW IT’S TIME TO PAY THE TAX MAN
Entrepreneurship offers many advantages to those who want the freedom to chart their own course, but starting a business also means learning about the many changes on the tax front before you take the plunge and head out on your own. http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=15284

=============================================

4. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ESTATE TAXES
If you are, or will be, involved in estate planning for a loved one or yourself, it's important to know that high estate tax rates are back for this year and beyond. This article deciphers some estate tax complexities. http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=15285