October 2009
2010 Financial Fitness Calendar Now Available The New Jersey Society of CPAs will be releasing its 2010 Financial Fitness Calendar later this month. This FREE calendar serves as an easy-to-follow resource guide, with handy tips and tools for improving your financial health. Request your free copy today! This Month's Podcast: Avoiding or Surviving an IRS Audit It's every American's nightmare - an IRS audit. The New Jersey Society of CPAs' latest podcast offers tips on how to survive an audit or, better yet, avoid one altogether. Getting a Better Price on a New Car In recent months, the news has been full of stories about struggling auto makers and declining car sales. While that’s bad news for the economy, it can be good news for consumers looking to make an auto purchase because car dealers are anxious for your business. Here are some tips for getting the best deal. Avoid Magazine Subscription Scams If a promise sounds too good to be true, it usually is. And that’s the case with many offers for magazine subscriptions that you may receive over the phone or from someone selling door-to-door. Here's some advice to make sure you’re getting the best deal for your dollar. How to Get a Better Financial Aid Package College costs have become an enormous outlay for families, and the price tag seems to rise every year. But there are several steps families can take to be sure they get the most aid possible. 529 Savings Plan Tips in Uncertain Times 529 college savings plans allow you to set aside funds for tuition costs where they can build up profits that are usually exempt from federal, state and local taxes. Here are some guidelines for how to make the best choices when investing in a 529 savings plan.      |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
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Wednesday, October 7 Making Home Ownership Part of Your Financial Plan Roseland, NJ |
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Saturday, October 17 Do It Herself: A Financial Conference for Women Pomona, NJ |
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Wednesday, November 11 Flying Solo - Financial Literacy for Women Roseland, NJ |
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Six Facts About the American Opportunity Tax Credit
Four Money Lessons for Children to Master Six Credit Card Traps to Avoid Now How to Make Living on One Income Work |
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