Month: December 2022

What You Should Know About Virtual Accounting

Your accountant doesn’t have to be physically present for your business to benefit from their expertise. Modern technology makes virtual accounting an excellent alternative. It analyzes your accounts remotely and updates them appropriately. Virtual accounting also works if there’s a significant distance between your preferred accountant and your business premises. Some individuals and companies choose […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Dec 4 • 3 minute read

What is Financial Health?

Financial health refers to the overall state of your monetary affairs. It’s your ability to manage earnings, expenses, debts, wealth, and fiscal shocks. There are various ways to create financial health, including savings, retirement plans, and planning how you spend your income. If you can comfortably handle unexpected financial emergencies as well as short- and […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Nov 24 • 3 minute read

Using a 529 Plan To Save For College

A 529 plan is a savings plan that is used to save money for college which offers certain tax and financial aid benefits. 529 plans are quite versatile and they can be used for other things too, such as K-12 tuition bills. The Types of 529 Plans There are a couple of different types of […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Sep 3 • 4 minute read

Credit Card Negotiation Options and Risks

Credit card debt is one of the most pervasive financial issues faced by Americans, with the average credit card balance as of 2016 being $5,551. If paying off your credit card debt is proving to be a substantial challenge, or worse is making it difficult to pay critical household expenses such as groceries, rent, medical […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Apr 17 • 4 minute read

Why Dave Ramsey Might Just Be Right About Using Only Cash

The truth is, most of us just don’t have the self-discipline necessary to use credit cards responsibly. We live in an advertisement saturated consumer society that encourages us to spend, spend, spend at every possible opportunity, and everywhere we go. As a result, most Americans are up to their eyeballs in debt with the national […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 7 • 4 minute read

Top 10 Easy Ways To Save Money Today

Many of us feel like we can never seem to make enough money to make ends meet. It might be drowning in credit card bills or trying to make a student loan payment, but there’s always a reason why we don’t have enough money. While it would be ideal to make more money at your […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 7 • 4 minute read

Key Tips About Student Loan Debt

Overall, the need for student loan debt reform is clear. However, current economical conditions and increasing education costs don’t bode well for any significant changes in the near future. With the student loan debt now surpassing credit card and auto loan debt, it is more important than ever to take precautions and prepare as much […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 7 • 4 minute read

How To Begin Building Your Credit

Starting you credit history is the perfect opportunity to begin good spending habits. With over 45 million Americans you are not alone in this pursuit, and there is a method to the madness. There is so much information out there it may be hard to decide where to begin, but after a little research you […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 7 • 4 minute read

Common Business Startup Tax Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Running a startup requires wearing many different hats. In all the excitement of building a team, creating a brand identity, and introducing new products to the market, it can be easy for startup leaders to forget about taxes. However, this mistake can have dire consequences. Tax mistakes can easily expose you to penalties and future […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Feb 1 • 3 minute read

Reasons to Hire a Professional for Your Personal Tax Preparation

Tax season is one of the most dreaded times of the year for many people. Whether you are a professional or a small business owner, personal tax preparation can be a confusing and hectic time as you try to gather all the necessary documents, figure out how much money you owe, or determine whether you […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 25 • 2 minute read

What Is the Gift Tax, and Who Must Pay It?

Gifting has been a common practice throughout human history. It is an act of kindness and generosity that brings people closer. People offer gifts to friends, family, and organizations that align with their values all year round. However, it is important to remember that financial and asset gifts can also be construed as a transfer […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 18 • 3 minute read

Bookkeeping Tips for a Better Tax Season

For many business owners, tax season can be a mad scramble involving document hunting and filling out heaps of forms. The whole process may feel quite stressful and overwhelming; however, it doesn’t have to be. Starting your business tax preparation process well before the deadline will make your life way easier, especially if you want […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 11 • 3 minute read

Smart Strategies to Save More Money in 2023

Saving money is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions, and by making a few changes to your financial routine, you may find it’s easier than you thought to reach your savings goals. Even small changes can add up over time to improve your finances. The following are a few smart strategies to save […]

Written by prositesfinancial • Jan 4 • 2 minute read