by ABIP | Jul 7, 2023 | Accounting, Individuals, News, Newsletter, Real Estate
Home equity represents a significant portion of the average retiree’s wealth. If you’re 62 or older and house-rich but cash-poor, a reverse mortgage loan allows you to convert part of the equity in your home into cash – without having to sell your...
by ABIP | Jul 7, 2023 | Accounting, Business, News, Newsletter, Taxes
At some point, most small business owners will visit a bank or other lending institution to borrow money. Understanding what your bank wants and how to approach it properly can mean the difference between getting a loan for expansion or scrambling to find cash from...
by ABIP | Jun 13, 2023 | Business, Fraud, News
A recent cyber incident involving the City of Oakland serves as a poignant example of the potential consequences of inadequate cyber liability coverage. The incident significantly disrupted critical city services, leading to substantial downtime and financial losses....
by ABIP | Jun 9, 2023 | Accounting, Business, Individuals, News, Newsletter, Taxes
Many businesses hire part-time or full-time workers, especially in the summer. The IRS classifies these employees as seasonal workers, defined as employees performing labor or services on a seasonal basis (i.e., six months or less). Examples of this kind of work...
by ABIP | Jun 8, 2023 | Accounting, Individuals, News, Newsletter, Taxes
An IRS CP2000 notice is mailed to a taxpayer when income reported from third-party sources such as an employer, bank, or mortgage company does not match the income reported on the tax return. It is not a tax bill or a formal audit notification; it merely informs you...
by ABIP | Jun 7, 2023 | Individuals, News, Newsletter, Taxes
Teens and young adults often go into business for themselves over the summer or after school. This work can include babysitting, lawn mowing, dog walking, or other part-time or temporary work. When a teen or young adult is an employee of a business, their employer...