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Volume 2, Issue
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August
2008
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Don't miss out! As a benefit to Virginians, the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA) is bringing free Financial Fitness Workshops to you on Thursday, August 14 and Friday, September 12 at the Richmond CPA Center in Glen Allen, Va. Led by experienced CPAs, these free seminars include a complimentary lunch. To reserve your seat, please register as soon as possible! Use the links below or call the VSCPA Education Team at (800) 341-8189.
Attention Virginia shoppers! Virginia will hold its second
sales tax holiday August 1–3, 2008. During this three-day
period, purchases of certain school supplies, clothing and footwear
will be exempt from the Virginia sales tax. Each eligible school
supply item must be priced at $20 or less, and each eligible article
of clothing and footwear must be priced at $100 or less. The VSCPA
recommends five
ways to prepare for and save money on back-to-school expenses.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Management Service (FMS) has announced that a prepaid debit card for Social Security payments and other federal benefits is now available. The Direct Express® Debit MasterCard® card — designed as a safe, convenient alternative to paper checks that people without bank accounts may choose — was introduced in June 2008 in 10 states, including Virginia, and will be rolled out nationwide this summer. Read the full article on the Financial Fitness Web site.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminds consumers of a tax break for the busy summer. Many working parents must arrange for care of their children under 13 years of age during the school vacation period. A popular solution — with a tax benefit — is a day camp program. Read more information about the child care tax credit.
The VSCPA develops monthly Money Management articles to provide financial advice and information for individuals and small businesses. Topics include personal finance, retirement and estate planning, saving for college, investments, running a small business, income taxes and more. Virginia organizations are granted reprint permission and can use in publications, employee newsletters, Web sites and more. Here are this month's topics:
Looking for a dynamic speaker on a financial topic? Invite a CPA! The VSCPA connects CPA speakers with your organization or company as a free community service. Complete the online form to schedule a speaker today. If you have any questions about this program, contact VSCPA Media & Public Relations Specialist Shawnte Reynolds at (800) 733-8272.
The Virginia Bankers Association (VBA) has created a special website to educate consumers on what to look for — or lookout for — when shopping for a mortgage or a credit card, how to protect yourself from financial fraud, and other financial tips. VBA has also produced a series of informational flyers with similar information. Find out more about VBA's programs and resources at www.financeinfocenter.com.
With summer temperatures getting higher, your energy bill is feeling the heat! There are many practical ways to cut down on energy usage and costs. And when you reduce your energy use, the environment benefits from lower greenhouse gas emissions. The VSCPA offers ten tips to help you conserve energy, save money and do the earth a favor. | |||||||||||||||||
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Virginia Society of CPAs | P.O. Box 4620,
Glen Allen, VA 23058-4620 | (800) 733-8272 |
