News & Blog

30
Apr
2021

by: Joan Halter in: successful small business tag: financial habits, Halter CPA, money habits, money management, Mullica Hill CPA, small business owners, successful small business

Top Financial Habits for Successful Small Business Owners

On the surface, analyzing the financial health of your business seems fairly straightforward. If every month you are able to pay your bills, cover your expenses, pay yourself and your employees, and remain in the black, then you’re running a successful small business, right? Well, not quite. While these positive benchmarks will give you a solid foundation, we’ve curated a […]

20
Apr
2021

by: Joan Halter in: NJ CPA tag: Mullica Hill CPA, NJ CPA, south jersey cpa, south jersey tax preparer, south jersey tax pro

6 Ways You Can Help Your NJ CPA Help You

At tax time, we know you want us to process your records as swiftly and independently as possible—and we want that too! In preparation for next year’s filing frenzy, we’re sharing the 6 steps you can take to help your NJ CPA office be as helpful to you as possible. Keep Accurate Records Promptly Our memories tend to shift over […]

02
Apr
2021

by: Joan Halter in: 2021 tax season, income tax tips, tax tips for small business owners tag: #southjerseytaxprep, #taxpromullicahill, income tax tips, tax tips, tax tips for small business owners

Income Tax Tips for Small Business Owners

An experienced CPA knows all of the state and federal tax laws and will have income tax tips that will be sure to put more money in your pocket.

14
Mar
2021

by: Joan Halter in: American Rescue Plan Act, blog tag: American Rescue Plan Act, Covid Relief, Covid Relief Bill, Stimulus check, stimulus payments

The Lowdown on the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act

Just days ago, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan act, which allocates $1.9 trillion for COVID-19 relief. The act provides funds for individuals, including an extension of unemployment benefits and new health insurance assistance in addition to the expected stimulus funds. Citizens should begin receiving their stimulus payments as early as this week. Here’s how to determine the benefits for […]

28
Feb
2021

by: Joan Halter in: blog, Halter CPA tag: 2020 taxes, Halter CPA, Mullica Hill CPA, Mullica Hill tax pro, south jersey tax pro

The Secret Reasons Halter CPA Should be Doing Your Taxes

Tax season has just begun, which means it’s time to consider the benefits of choosing Halter CPA as your personal tax ally. All tax preparers are not equal in terms of certification, expertise, training, and level of experience. Unfortunately, when an individual’s tax preparer makes a mistake, it’s the taxpayer who quite literally pays the price. Here, then, are some […]

19
Feb
2021

by: Joan Halter in: 2021 tax season tag: 2021 tax season, South Jersey accountant, south jersey cpa, south jersey tax preparer, south jersey tax pro

What to Expect During the 2021 Tax Season

The official start of the 2021 tax season was postponed until February 12. I know this year’s tax season will be unique due to the complexities resulting from the ongoing pandemic and the relief packages passed as a result. As you know, Congress instated multiple tax policy changes this year. As a result, taxpayers are being highly encouraged to file […]

29
Jan
2021

by: Joan Halter in: blog, Business, PPP loans tag: PPP loans, SBA, small business owners

New Info! SBA’s PPP Loans: Do You Qualify?

The Small Business Administration is now offering government-subsidized PPP loans as part of this year’s $284-billion aid package. This program is intended to assist small businesses that are at the highest risk of going under. While the last round of PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) loans allowed the nation’s largest banks access to funds before community banks, this round ensures that […]

21
Jan
2021

by: Joan Halter in: stimulus payments tag: 2020 taxes, income taxes, professional accountant in Mullica Hill, stimulus payments

What the Stimulus Payments Mean for You at Tax Time

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who received pandemic relief stimulus payments, or are waiting on payments that have not yet arrived, you may be concerned about your 2020 tax returns. Let us set your mind at ease: if your adjusted gross income (AGI) is less than $75,000 as an individual, or $150,000 as a couple filing jointly, […]

04
Jan
2021

by: Joan Halter in: how to build an emergency fund

How to Build an Emergency Fund for Your Business

If the last year has taught us anything, it’s that life is unpredictable, and nothing is guaranteed. One year ago, no one could have predicted that we’d be under a national lockdown with strict business limitations that would continue for longer than nine months. Many businesses have burned through their emergency funds and SBA loans and are barely running on […]

22
Dec
2020

by: Joan Halter in: Accounting Checklist

End of Year Accounting Checklist

The holidays make December a hectic and stressful time for everyone. Don’t compound that stress by letting your bookkeeping get out of control. A few small steps taken now towards organizing your accounts can pay dividends when it comes to tax time in the spring. Instead of waiting two or three months to start working on your taxes, take care […]