New Bill Ups the Stakes in Obamacare Showdown

February 9, 2014 

New Bill Ups the Stakes in Obamacare Showdown

It’s going to take time – perhaps more than initially anticipated – for the government to work through all the twists and turns in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the PPACA), the massive health care law known as “Obamacare.” Along the way, certain tweaks and modifications are likely to be required.

Ken Berry, JD

 Paychex Offers Tax Season Tools for Accountants

February 6, 2014 

Paychex Offers Tax Season Tools for Accountants

With tax season in full swing, payroll and human resources provider Paychex, Inc. is highlighting resources to help accounting professionals stay on top of critical payroll, tax, and HR issues that could impact their small business clients.

 More Employers Focusing on Workers’ Financial Well-Being in 2014

February 5, 2014 

More Employers Focusing on Workers’ Financial Well-Being in 2014

As U.S. companies grow increasingly concerned about the financial well-being of their workforce, a new survey by Aon Hewitt, the global talent, retirement and health solutions business of Aon plc, finds that employers are looking for new ways to improve the long-term financial health of their employees in 2014.

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February 5, 2014 

5 Tips to Keep More of Your Paycheck

Millions of American workers have received their W-2s (or will receive them soon, since January 31 was the deadline to send them), and they are the primary income reporting tool for most 1040 filers. They can be received in person, electronically or by mail. In addition to taxes, the W-2 also is used to determine…

 Intuit Helps Department of Education Promote Student Loan Repayment Options

February 5, 2014 

Intuit Helps Department of Education Promote Student Loan Repayment Options

Most student loan borrowers are, because of their status as students, younger consumers with less experience in finances and repaying loans. As a result, many end up agreeing to large loan balances during their educational career, but don't necessarily have a plan for how they will pay those loans back.

 Ohio Ranks Among Worst for Personal Finances

February 3, 2014 

Ohio Ranks Among Worst for Personal Finances

Financial security remains elusive for almost half of Ohio households, which often are one medical issue, pink slip or other crisis away from plunging into severe poverty, according to a new report from the Corporation for Enterprise Development.