All we want for Christmas is. . . equal pay for equal work

SARAH Wellens works as a sales representative for Daiichi Sankyo, a Japan-based  pharmaceutical company with about 3,000 employees in the United States. The company hired Ms. Wellens, an experienced sales rep, in September 2009.  Upon her hiring, she was assigned to a lower level position and lower compensation tier than similar male employees. Over time,…

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12 tips about capital gains and losses

1. CAPITAL assets include almost everything you own and use for personal purposes, pleasure or investment. 2. The following are capital assets: your home, household furnishings and stocks held in a personal account. 3. The following are not capital assets: • Inventory held mainly for sale to customers in a trade or business. • Accounts…

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Get out of debt and start saving again in 2016

I KNOW that our economy in the last several years has caused a lot of financial problems for a lot of people. A lot of families are struggling financially every month and are living paycheck to paycheck, thus making it impossible for them to save for their future. They feel like no matter how hard…

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Payroll debit cards: What employees should know

Q: EVERY pay period, I receive a check from my employer for my wages. Recently, there is news at work that our company will be requiring employees to receive our wages through a payroll debit card. Is this a legal way to be paid our wages? A: Generally, employers are allowed to fulfill their wage…

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Do you dream of having a debt-free life?

A DEBT-free life is something that a lot of people aspire to have. And yet it is a known fact that sadly, many will never attain it because of their unwillingness to make the necessary adjustments in their lifestyle to make it possible.  I am talking about people who continue to accumulate debt for immediate…

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How a little sunshine helps our teeth

WHO doesn’t love a little sunshine? Not only does it feel fantastic, but it also has numerous health benefits. Sunshine improves our mood, our immune functions, and catalyzes vitamin D production in our bodies. Vitamin D is important to our healthy smiles Vitamin D supports oral health in two ways: 1. It helps our bodies absorb and utilize calcium.  One of…

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IRS seeks to dismiss client’s chapter 13

Client with good income wants chapter 7 to discharge $70K credit cards NO one has anything good to say about the IRS. Tax collectors were much hated even during the time of Jesus two thousand years ago. Jesus was walking along the street when He saw Matthew sitting in his tax collector booth, then Jesus called…

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Bankruptcy: leave your debt troubles behind in 2015

FILING Bankruptcy is a serious decision for most people. Most don’t have a clue about how the process works until they actually consult with an attorney.  Confusion often results from hearing conflicting personal opinions from people they know.  Sad to say, well-meaning friends and family often give the wrong advice and the results can sometimes…

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4 ways to get out of debt

WHEN people are going through financial difficulty and are unable to pay their bills, their first reaction is often to ignore their debts and avoid contact with creditors. They think that by doing this, somehow the creditors will simply give up and go away.  Then one day the problem blows up in their face. They…

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I owe the IRS – what can I do?

HERE 10 tips if you owe but cannot immediately pay the IRS: • Pay What You Can: Pay promptly to stop additional penalties and interest from accruing.  If you are unable to pay, consider getting a loan to pay the bill in full rather than make installment payments to the IRS. • Additional Time to…

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Considerations for dental patients with special needs

FOR both children and adults with special needs, dental care can be challenging. In some cases, limited coordination can make brushing and flossing tricky. In other cases there may be less access to professional care. Some patients may experience high anxiety levels too. Medications that lead to dry mouth can also contribute to dental care challenges. But…

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When should ‘commute time’ for work be paid?

It is common for field workers like service technicians to drive company vehicles to the customer’s home or place of business to service or install a product. Generally, an employee’s commuting time between home and work is not considered hours worked. Travel time between an employee’s home and the changing worksites (where an employee may…

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10 tips on child/dependent care

IF you paid someone to care for your child, spouse, or dependent, you may be able to claim the Child and Dependent Care Credit on your federal income tax return. Here are 10 tips on claiming a credit for child and dependent care expenses. • The expense for child and dependent care must be provided…

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5 Great Reasons to Invest in Tagaytay Highlands. Now.

Tagaytay City, Philippines — Dubbed as the City of Character where food and nature are at its best, Tagaytay has long dominated the preference for a weekend getaway. For many years, this city has served as the most convenient escape for people seeking to unwind from the stress of corporate life. Location in mind, it…

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Community property with right of survivorship

MARRIED couples buying property are asked to decide how they should hold title: • Joint tenancy or • Community property. Basically, it is a choice between the ease of transfer to the survivor for joint tenancy and the tax benefits of holding property for community property. Unfortunately, it also a choice between the loss of …

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When debt problems cause marriage problems

EVERY day, I meet with couples who are deeply in debt. In a lot of cases, I can feel the stress level that they are experiencing while the couple is in my office. Emotions often run high and you can feel the tension in the air. There can be a lot of finger-pointing, resentment, anger,…

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2016 tax planning strategies for individuals

FOR 2015 INCOME TAX RETURN IT’S the last quarter of 2015 and in a few months during income tax season, you would want to minimize any income tax dues as much as possible. After all, for most individual taxpayers, paying in increments is much better than paying in lump sum. Below is a checklist of…

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Client seeks to remove judgment liens on residence

Senior seeks discharge of $40K credit card debt CLIENT no. 1 is 55 years old. She is now divorced and living by herself. The divorce judgment gave her the marital home six years ago. Ex-husband was not interested in owning the property. Divorces not only settle property rights between the spouses. It also settles the…

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