A tax deduction lowers a person’s tax liability by lowering his or her taxable income. Deductions are typically expenses that the taxpayer incurs during the year that can be applied to their gross income in order to figure out how much tax is owed.
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A 401(k) is a retirement savings plan sponsored by an employer. It lets workers save and invest a piece of their paycheck before taxes are taken out. Taxes aren’t paid until the money is withdrawn from the account.
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Whatever business you are in, tax forms are part of your job, especially between January and April. The W4 Form is the tax form employers ask you to fill out upon hire. The W2 Form is a tax form that employers issue their you at the end of each year.
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A Flexible Spending Account (also known as a flexible spending arrangement) is a special account you put money into that you use to pay for certain out-of-pocket health care costs. Using an flex spending account (FSA) can reduce your taxes.
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PPO plans allow you to visit whatever in-network physician or healthcare provider you wish. POS plan has some of the qualities of HMO and PPO plans with benefit levels varying depending on whether you receive your care in or out of the health insurance.
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Picking a health care plan can be scary. Between the unfamiliar terms, mysterious acronyms, health savings accounts and optional coverage, there’s a lot to get up to speed on. Wouldn’t it be great if you could find all the information you need to know?
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The basic personal auto insurance mandated by most U.S. states provides some financial protection if you or another driver using your car causes an accident that damages someone else’s car or property, injures someone or both.
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Renters insurance provides coverage for your lost, damaged, or stolen personal possessions. It also provides coverage for injuries to another person that might occur in your rented home or apartment.
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A mortgage is a loan in which property or real estate is used as collateral. The borrower enters into an agreement with the lender where the borrower receives cash upfront then makes payments over a set time span until he pays back the lender in full.
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Join us for the Interview Breakfast this Saturday, Feb. 8 at 8:30 where you can learn interview tips, practice your skills and get FREE FOOD!
Email [email protected] to register for the event!
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A down payment is an up-front payment you make to many different purchases you might have. The down payment is the portion of the purchase price that you pay for yourself out-of-pocket (as opposed to borrowing).
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The process of signing a lease will vary depending on several factors. Regardless of how you landed your apartment, the lease signing is an important time. Come prepared and read these tips to ensure you smoothly and successfully sign your lease.
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Thanks Brian Reilly '99 for sharing with our students about starting your own business as part of our Entrepreneurship Series!
Join us for the next session on Feb. 27 as Darell '81 and Tina Simmermaker share about researching a product and operating with a profit. #MacFam
Join us for Networking 101 next Wednesday! Networking 101 will help you create a great introduction and shape your elevator speech. Meet professionals from diverse field and have fun while developing your confidence! There still time to RSVP by emailing [email protected].
Nursing Recruitment Day is TODAY! Stop in to Thorensen Recial Hall in Putnam- Springer from 11:30-1:00 to meet recruiters from diverse employers within the nursing field.
A representative from the Department of Human Services is on campus today, discussing the State of Illinois application process and internship and employment opportunities. Stop by the Putnam- Springer lobby from 9:30-11:30 to learn more!
We have several recruiters on campus today- don't forget to stop by Putnam- Springer if you are interested in a career in nursing or working for the State of Illinois