SCOTUS says prepare to collect sales taxes for all states
Internet retailers: SCOTUS says prepare to collect sales taxes for all states. In a 5-4 decision yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that internet retailers can be required to collect sales in states where they have no physical presence. … Since 1992, from the landmark case of Quill Corporation v. North Dakota, retailers that did […]
Ways to Keep your Identity Safe
The Equifax data breach and other security risks have pretty much forced us consumers to take the sole guardian for ourselves in securing our most sensitive information. It has always been a good idea to monitor your finances, credit reports and other personal information because of identity theft and the hassle it is. The Equifax […]
Volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers credit
Volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers are entitled to claim this credit if you: Were an active volunteer firefighter or volunteer ambulance worker for all of the tax year Were a resident of New York State for all of the tax year Note: You cannot claim this credit if you received a real property tax exemption […]
Pet insurance, Is it worth it?
YES! You never know when the unexpected will happen, especially when you thought your furry friend was healthy and suddenly things change. If you don’t have pet insurance when this happens the current problem will not be covered if you suddenly get the insurance because it is a pre-existing condition. Getting pet insurance when the […]
Preparing and surviving Natural Disasters
Getting engaged and being prepared today for what may happen tomorrow. Only by making certain we as individuals are prepared for a disaster, will we be able to ensure the safety of our families and assist our communities. Earthquakes All 50 states in the United States and 5 U.S territories are at some risk for earthquakes. They […]
Freeze the thief and keep your identity
Protecting your identity now a days seems like its becoming more difficult. More technology sometimes means more trouble, as much as we love it we also hate it! There are many ways identity theft can happen: I am going to share some tips on being careful and how to avoid it as much as possible. […]
Nine things in the Capital Region to do during Summertime
Water and Amusement parks are just some perks of summer and nice weather. Who doesn’t love a good waterslide or even a nice relaxing lazy river? The capital region has a couple different places to chose from to cool off, and even more places to enjoy summer days. Here are a few suggestions: One that […]
Reasons why sharing with bicyclist is the solution to peace on the road
Yes, We have to share.. I am a bicyclist and have been for the past 7 years, averaging 1,300 miles per year on the peddles. And since Spring is here I figured I can give you my thoughts on sharing the road with cars.. “Get off the Road, use the Sidewalk!” That is the voice of a […]
Beautiful weather doesn’t always mean beautiful driving
Happy April!! Road Rage Good manners when you’re behind the wheel – not everyone has them. But, that doesn’t mean you have to get caught up in the rush and the fury. Instead, use these tips to help keep road rage incidents out of our local headlines and, most of all, help keep you safe. […]