This weekend’s events in Israel have been very difficult to take in. Seeing the violence and hearing the stories have been heartbreaking, to say the least. Our thoughts go out to the innocent Israelis and Palestinians suffering through the attacks in Gaza and other...

Here we are in October. I know what you’re thinking… already?! Yes, already.And with the way time seems to race by in the last few months of the year with Western Illinois holiday celebrations and gift buying and all the other little tasks, you’ll be thinking the same...

As I’m finishing off 2022 tax filing for Fulton County clients who requested extensions — if you’re in the extension crowd and haven’t talked to me about this yet, schedule something right away — it’s got me thinking about what’s coming. Let’s take a look.1099-K for...

Let’s start today with a reminder.If you filed for an extension and haven’t yet submitted your 2022 taxes, the deadline for doing so is coming up quickly. Let’s get things settled before October 16:(309) 975-1009And beyond that, the moratorium on paying student loans...

The anniversary of 9/11 always reminds me that our lives can be changed dramatically in the span of a day. We could not have imagined on September 10 that such tragedy would strike or that so many people’s lives would be changed. It’s one of the reasons it’s so...

Enjoy your long weekend soaking up the final vestiges of summer? Last minute visits to your Western Illinois pool, outdoor amusements, a little grill-out … maybe buying a new car?Typically Labor Day is one of the biggest car shopping days of the year. As dealers look...

It’s almost September as I write this. First, I need to remind you that the filing deadline for tax extensions is nearing. October 16th will be here before you know it:(309) 975-1009 If you’ve comfortably waited around at home thinking you have plenty of time to...

Here we are, nearing the end of August, looking September and fall in the face. And that calls for a couple tax-related reminders.1. If you’re a teacher... you’re a true Western Illinois hero, which is why I want to make sure you remember that you can claim up to $300...

I want to start today by sending my thoughts to those suffering and grieving in Maui. You’ve likely heard about the wildfires raging there (the deadliest in more than a hundred years, actually, with search efforts only just beginning). If you’re at all interested in...