A couple of hours spent now, in 2016, could not only improve your 2016 tax picture, but also greatly reduce stress in the New Year! Before the calendar turns over:
- Call your accountant! What can she/he suggest to give you the biggest bang for your buck in 2016?
- Are there new 2016 tax laws that affect you?
- Do you need to sell stocks before year-end? Defer income? Gift a family member?
- Should you buy a new computer now or in 2017 instead?
- Make charitable donations in 2016? Write checks to your favorite charities, donate old clothes and toys? (Remember to get a receipt.)
- Have you taken full advantage of your flexible spending account? Do you need to order glasses, contact lenses or other in 2016?
- File your important tax documents in separate files and by category so that you won’t face a colossal paper pile in January.
- Spot-check bank statements and accounts like MINT or Quicken. Are your purchases streaming their way into your computer?
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