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The Best Side Hustle Better than Wholesaling! Better than Real Estate Commissions!Businesses Losing Millions Overlooking Massive Federal Tax Credit - Where does your business stand on this?Legitimate refundable tax credits are mistaken by many companies as a scam, costing them millions of dollars.This refund is a specific tax credit from the US government. It's called an Employee Retention Credit (ERC) or Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). If a college or business qualifies, they will be able to claim this credit even if they took advantage of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan program that went into effect during the 2020 pandemic.Know this… the ERC tax credit is not a loan. It is a tax refund.  Watch this video  https://youtu.be/XJMwNX87ciw explaining precisely what the ERC... 03/27/2023

How to stay clear of shady tax preparersTips on carefully choosing tax professionalsHow to avoid unscrupulous tax return preparers and how to find the right tax professional. People should be careful of shady tax professionals and watch for common warning signs, including charging a fee based on the size of the refund. Some “ghost” tax preparers refuse to sign the tax return or ask people to sign a blank return. These are all common warning signs, and people should always rely on an experienced and trusted tax professional.“Most tax professionals offer excellent advice and can really help people navigate complex tax issues. But there are we instances where unsuspecting taxpayers are “ghosted” by unscrupulous tax preparers with bad advice who quickly disappear,Choose carefully: Check cre... 03/27/2023

Opening Day for the 2023 season will be March 30, with all 30 teams scheduled to play. Barring postponement, it will be the first time since 1968 that every MLB team opens on the same day. I can confirm as of this posting my two favorite teams. the Red Sox and the Diamondbacks are UDEFEATED AND TIED FOR THE BEST RECORD IN BASEBALL.  Bill  For the first time in the interleague era, all 30 teams will play one another in a single season, creating a more similar schedule for teams in different divisions who are battling one another for playoff positioning.  The 2023 regular season schedule is here! For the first time in MLB history, all 30 clubs will face each other at least once. https://atmlb.com/3clo93h  2023 MLB Opening Day scheduleMarch 30Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals – 1:05 p... 03/30/2023

Greetings Homeowners, NO PARKING EAGLE RIDGE HOA COURTYARDSPEAR TREE PRUNING UPDATE with the exception due to weather. DATE & HOURS OF WORK:MARCH 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st8:00 am TO 4:00 pm ALL WORK WILL TAKE PLACE FROM 8:00 am TO 4:00 pm Turnberry Courtyard - MARCH 28th, 29th, 30th, 31stCruden Bay Courtyard – MARCH 29TH, March 30th    A REQUEST TO THE COURTYARD HOMEOWNERS,PLEASE DON’T INTERFERE WITH THE PERFORMANCE OF WORK, WHILE THE VENDOR IS ON SITE.ALSO, BE MINDFUL OF NO PARKING SIGNSAND HAVE ALL CARS CLEAR FROM AREAS WHERE NOTICES ARE POSTED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND FLEXIBILITY.   THE SCOPE OF WORK WAS A BOARD APPROVED PROJECT.  SCOPE OF WORK: Pollard trees to where previously cut. * PLEASE CONTACT GRAYSON COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT W/ ANY SPECIAL PARKING REQUESTS OR CONCERNS PRIOR ... 03/27/2023

You have the opportunity to own a piece of Texas through the Texas Veterans Land Board Sales.  Tracts of land are available for Texas Veterans and Military Members to bid on in their quarterly land sales held every January, April, July, and October. Texas Veterans and Military Members may use the VLB Land Loan to purchase these tracts or other non-commercial properties in Texas that are one acre or more.  April tracts are available starting next week, and bidding ends on April 20th by 5 PM.  Take a look at the available tracts now, and contract a local REALTOR® to assist you in finding pieces of land in and around the Bexar County area, which include Comal, Guadalupe, Medina, Atascosa, Bandera, and Wilson counties. Purchase the desired amount of land to build your next Dream Home in a c... 03/28/2023

Spring Break Camps and Special Activities by Montgomery County Parks A week of fun camps and activities for the first week of April, coinciding with Montgomery County Public Schools spring break, will be held by Montgomery Parks.Spring break camps and activities will include: Spring Break Tennis Days. April 3-7. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wheaton Indoor Tennis Center, 11715 Orebaugh Ave, Wheaton. Join this immersive tennis experience for a day or the full week. Players of all levels are welcome and will be grouped by age and ability. Registration required. Fee: $57 per day. Spring Break Tennis Days, April 3-7. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.| Pauline Betz Addie Tennis Center, 7801 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda. Join this immersive tennis experience for a day or the full week. Players of all levels are welcome and will be... 03/29/2023

Capital Improvements Budget Discussions Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will hold six “community conversations” at sites around the County in April and May to talk about long-term priorities and how he will address the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budget. The first event will be from 7-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, at the White Oak Community Recreation Center in Silver Spring.Five of the community conversations will be in-person events. On May 1, the community conversation will be a virtual only event.A capital budget plan that states how much money is needed for major construction projects and for purchase and maintenance of the assets. It also determines the amount of time that will be used for the planning and design of the project. The CIP refers t... 03/28/2023

How to Dance at an Indian Wedding For many people, attending an Indian wedding is quite an experience in almost every way. Just trying to keep up with the dancing is something special—and so much fun. For those who want to know more about “How to Dance at an Indian Wedding,” the SAPAN Institute will lead a festive class of Bhangra Bollywood-style dance as part of the Silver Spring Town Center, Inc. Around the World Bazaar from 7-8:30 p.m. on Friday, March 31, at the Silver Spring Civic Building.The Around the World Bazaar will fill the Silver Spring Civic Building with a variety of events from 5-10 p.m. on March 31.The South Asian Performing Arts Network and Institute (SAPAN Institute) is a nonprofit performing arts company based in Washington, D.C.All ages and abilities welcome to the ... 03/27/2023

Salt Lake City, Utah – My last few posts have dealt with payroll taxes.  Before I go into the IRS’s tax initiatives, alert programs, and other payroll compliance programs, I want to take a step back and look at the IRS Collection Division.The IRS Collection Division’s Mission Statement is:“The mission of Field Collection is to provide SB/SE [Small Business/Self-Employed] taxpayers with top quality post-filing services by helping them understand and comply with all applicable tax laws and by applying tax laws with integrity and fairness.”Despite this warm and fuzzy mission statement, my experience is that most taxpayers do not find the IRS “post-filing services” to be either “top quality” or fair. Instead, taxpayers find them abusive, scary, and financially devastating.  Taxpayers usuall... 03/27/2023

  Homes Listed For Sell In The Last 7 Days On The Water THIS WEEK'S EVENTS Heading our way for the weekend, or maybe just the night? Maybe you're already here! Well, we've pulled together a list of events going on in the Pensacola, Pensacola Beach, and Perdido Key areas this week, so you won't miss a moment. Like what you see and considering another visit? Select your dates from the calendars to see what's happening! View More Info What Is My Homes Value Thinking of SELLING, YOU PAY US $2995. Flat Fee and 2.5% for the agent or agents selling your home, not the average 6 or 7% charged by others, saving the average homeowner $12077.00. We use a 106 Step Selling System with 28 that are specific to the marketing of your home. If you’re ready to sell your home, you need a marketing expert yo... 03/30/2023

The country clubs in The Villages, Florida all have a theme and Evans Prairie is no exception.  As an extension of Brownwood Town Square the western flair is very apparent, the rustic décor is a welcome change to the other country clubs in The Villages.  Here is the description from their website:“This comfortable neighborhood restaurant brings a new American cuisine stimulated by our interpretation of Florida flavors, with a focus on fresh, clean, and local products. An eclectic menu filled with delicious fare and handcrafted cocktails made from scratch will be sure to delight the palate, while staying reasonably priced. We greatly value guest satisfaction, and go above and beyond to ensure the proper experience is had with each visit.”I have dined their a few times and the meals were ... 03/27/2023

2105 Mallery St, Flint, MIPriced to Sell $24,900.00 - ARV $44,900.00 2 – Bedroom with 1 Bathroom Full Basement, Garage Needs a light rehab and some TLC. Excellent for a Long-Term Rental Property, Flipper or First Time Homeoner  Investors Welcome!!! What the home needs to be move in ready; some paint, some flooring, touch ups to the kitchen and bathroom and some TLC.  Contact:  Roy Frank at:  (248)762-0806      rrfrank11@gmail.comPresented by: Metro Plus Realty, LLC, PO Box 1388, Highland, MI 48357 03/27/2023

1108 N Cornell, Flint, MIPriced to Sell $11,900.00 - ARV $44,900.00 3 – Bedroom with 1 Bathroom Crawl Space Needs a full rehab and some TLC. Excellent for a Long-Term Rental Property, Flipper or First Time Homeowner  Investors Welcome!!! What the home needs to be move in ready; drywall repair, a paint job flooring, kitchen, bathroom and some TLC.  Contact:  Roy Frank at:  (248)762-0806      rrfrank11@gmail.com 03/27/2023

The Naples Community Orchestra (NCO) will host the final performance of its 30th season on Saturday, April 22, 3:00 p.m. at Moorings Presbyterian Church, 791 Harbour Drive in Naples. A reception will follow the concert 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.  The orchestra will be conducted by Alvin Ho, artistic director at NCO and who also serves as assistant conductor with the Naples Philharmonic. The program will feature Ludwig van Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture and music from Johannes Brahms. In addition, the orchestra will perform Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme with renowned cellist Adam Satinsky. During his 25 year tenure with the Naples Philharmonic, Satinsky has been lauded in his role both as a leader of the cello section and as a soloist with the orchestra. He has become a so... 03/26/2023

Don’t rouse the IRS or pay more taxes than necessary — know the score to avoid common tax mistakes.As you prepare your tax returns for 2022, be careful not to make any of these eight common tax mistakes, especially when it comes to the property tax deduction or the mortgage interest deduction. Tax pros say these home-related tax mistakes can cost you money or draw the IRS to your doorstep.8 Easy Mistakes Homeowners Make on Their Taxes   Bottom Line "There Is A Realtor For That" Buying or Selling while living on the Gulf Coast  We are Ambassadors for all things Pensacola, Pace, or Gulf Breeze, Florida whether a first-time guest or a frequent visitor when you need to know something, an excellent place to eat, who's hiring or just a real estate question do as the locals do call or text Cha... 04/01/2023

  Getting out of debt can be hard. I know; I’ve been there. When my husband and I got married, I came to the wedding with a car loan, student loans, and a handful of nearly-maxed-out credit cards. That debt that had been a nuisance as a single person suddenly felt like a huge weight now that we were “grown-ups.” Since I’d quit my job to move with my husband, I had time to make paying off debt my highest priority. Here’s how I did it. 1) Know Where You Stand The first step is to know what debt you have. You can’t get somewhere without knowing where you are now. Get a piece of paper and write down every debt. Figure out the balance, the interest rate, and the scheduled or minimum payment each month. This part can be a little scary or sad. Try not to get caught up in the emotions. This is... 03/26/2023

 NATIONAL BLACK FOREST CAKE DAY: MARCH 28TH March 28th is National Black Forest Cake Day, or Schwartzwalder Kirschtorte, as I grew up knowing it. Black Forest cake originated in Germany's Black Forest area. It's said that Black Forest cake originated as far back as the 1500's when chocolate was first available in Europe. Written recipes for Black Forest Cake did not become available till the early 1900's. It's considered the most "German" of all cakes.  This was my favorite cake as a child and it remains my favorite cake to this day. I can't think of anything better than layers of chocolate cake soaked in cherry kirsch, whipped cream, chocolate, and black cherries. "You are my black forest cake... filled with dark red mature cherries and soft sweet whipped cream... always the perfect tr... 03/28/2023

PAWS IN THE PARK PINEVILLEAPRIL 1 - 2023 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM The 9th annual Paws In The Park event takes place this Saturday, April 1st, at the Pineville Lake Park in Pineville, NC. Paws In The Park is sponsored by Charlotte Black Dogs and the Pineville Parks & Recreation Center. This is a free family event. The Paws In The Park event will include a blessing of the animals, live music, food trucks, dog contests, photo booths, and more.   Charlotte Black Dogs is a 501c3 working with rescue groups and animal shelters to promote adoptions and bring awareness to Black Dog Syndrome. Did you know: Black dogs in shelter and rescue situations often take significantly longer to be adopted than dogs with lighter colored coats? Black dogs are often the last to be adopted and the first to be eutha... 03/29/2023

Spring Cleaning TrendsSpring is a time for rebirth and rejuvenation. It’s time to eliminate any accumulation of dust, stale air, grime, or clutter that can breed bacteria and other contaminants. You can easily freshen up with simple tricks while using a system for pacing yourself to avoid becoming overwhelmed. Here are some tips for tidying up and deep cleaning your home as springtime approaches.When you don’t know where to start, think of spring cleaning as a series of phases. The first phase should be to downsize or declutter, the next to surface clean, and finally, to deep clean. Within those phases, you should begin by creating a checklist. Start by going from room to room to see which areas need the most decluttering and last cleaned a while ago. Then start with the following:Organ... 03/26/2023

If you have not had a chance to look at the beautiful home on Sanders Street in Auburn, AL with the tulips blooming everywhere I would encourage you to go and see it. It is absolutely lovely. I had a real treat on my walk past it yesterday and am sharing a few photos showing how beautiful the yard is with all the tulips that create a gorgeous masterpiece.   The owners of the home planted over 1200 tulip bulbs over the last few years. The owners are  Mary Lou and Dan Ponder and they were awarded the Loveliest Village Award last week to recognize their efforts in revitalizing their property. Not only did they plant tulips, but they added a French drain and planted native plants commonly found along local waterways beside the creek bed. The small bridge over the creek bed along with the l... 03/26/2023