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The Whitlock Company News Update              
December 3, 2010
Taxes

Services-TaxYear-End Tax Planning: Last Minute Tips for Individuals

 

With the end of the 2010 tax year rapidly approaching, there is only a limited amount of time for individuals to take advantage of certain tax savings techniques. This article highlights some last-minute tax planning tips before the end of the year. Read more...

Firm News

Small logo Announcement: Ties to Top Firm in China

 

Thanks to the addition of a major Chinese firm to our international network, we have recently broadened our domestic and global reach. The addition of Daxin adds depth and expertise to the PKF worldwide network. As an independent member of PKF North America, The Whitlock Company has strong relationships with leading accounting firms around the globe. Read more...

Taxes

Services-TaxTax Rates in Turmoil as 2010 Draws to a Close

 

As 2010 ends, taxpayers are confronted with the reality that scheduled increases in individual income tax rates, significant reductions in many popular tax incentives and more changes will occur when the calendar reads 2011. One year ago, it appeared highly unlikely that taxpayers would be faced with such uncertainty. Today, that uncertainty is generating many questions and few answers. Read more...


Taxes

Services-TaxDeficit Commission's Tax Proposals Spark Debate

 

A preliminary report by the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform has sparked debate over the preservation of many popular tax credits and deductions. The preliminary report generally proposes to eliminate a host of tax credits and deductions, both for individuals and businesses, in exchange for lower individual and corporate tax rates. Read more...

Firm News
Small logoHoliday Open House in Joplin

 

Please plan to join us for an open house on Thursday, December 16th from 3-6 pm. We look forward to showing you around our new office and sharing the opportunity to network with other area professionals this holiday season.  Our office is located at 3929 East 7th Street, near Duquesne Road. For directions please call 417-206-0508.

Taxes

Services-TaxIRS Eases Interim Rules for Grandfathered Health Plans

 

Reversing course, the IRS has amended interim final rules the agency issued earlier this year to allow certain changes in coverage without loss of "grandfathered status" under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA). All group health plans may switch insurance companies and preserve their grandfathered status, as long as the structure of the coverage does not violate one of the other rules for maintaining grandfathered plan status. Read more...

Media and Resources
The Media and Resources page on our website includes Whitlock Resources that provide links to:

Info Center-Includes tax event calendar, tax forms library and IRS Tax Publications library

Financial Tools-Includes various financial planning tools, calculators and spreadsheets

Newsletter-Additional tax articles and analysis

Archives - Read more from past newsletters


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