I’ve Been Scammed

I’ve Been Scammed

With luck, those words will never leave our mouths.  The sad truth, though, is that crooks are getting smarter and it’s really hard to know what nefarious scheme they will come up with next.  If you find yourself a victim, can you claim any kind of tax deduction for...
The World of Higher Education in 2023

The World of Higher Education in 2023

A 2023 national survey revealed a shift in public opinion over the past decade about the value of a college degree: 56% of Americans think a four-year college degree is not worth the cost due to students graduating with significant debt and a lack of specific job...
Is Relief for Student Loan Debt in Your Future?

Is Relief for Student Loan Debt in Your Future?

President Joe Biden said August 24 that his administration plans to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loan debt for anyone who makes less than $125,000 a year. People who went to college on Pell grants, which are reserved for undergraduates with the most...
New Jersey Relief for Costs of Higher Education

New Jersey Relief for Costs of Higher Education

Beginning in 2022, there is good news for taxpayers who pay some student loans and/or tuition. The New Jersey College Affordability Act allows for three income tax deductions on New Jersey returns that are related to education. The caveat is that the gross income...
Looking for Coverage in All the Right Places

Looking for Coverage in All the Right Places

Insurance is everywhere; it is intertwined with every facet of our working and personal lives. Yet, all too often when a loss occurs or a liability is sustained, corporate and individual policyholders fail to obtain the full protection that insurance promises to...