IRS Officially Accepting Filed 1040 Tax Returns on January 30, 2013

As of January 30, 2013, the IRS is officially accepting 1040 tax return filings.

Remember, to ensure that you have all of your tax paperwork prior to filing your return.  If you file your return and later receive tax paperwork from an employer (W-2 or 1099), your school (1098), your property taxes, or even your banking institution or continue reading

For Additional Information regarding Personal or Business Income Tax Return Preparation and e-filing in the State of Florida, please contact J Brooks & Associates, Inc. at information@jbrooksai.com or (239) 313-7129. visit our website at http://www.jbrooksai.com.

J Brooks & Associates, Inc. has offices in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral and Sarasota, Florida.  We service all of Southwest Florida from Naples (Collier) to Sarasota.

17041 Alico Commerce Ct., Unit 1

Fort Myers, FL 33967

(239)313-7129

www.JBrooksai.com

2012 Tax Season Officially Open on January 30, 2013 for Personal Tax Return (1040) Filing and E-filing | J Brooks & Associates

Veterans Starting Businesses

Read CNN Money’s latest article about the decline in Veterans starting businesses after leaving the military.

Veterans Starting Businesses | J Brooks Assists Veterans with New Business Formation | J Brooks & Associates

At J Brooks & Associates, Inc. we are dedicated to assisting all US Military Personel and Veterans in reaching their dream of business ownership. We offer streamline new business formation in the state of Florida and will offer any assistance we can in the completion of all loan applications and connecting Veterans with Local Veteran Assistance Programs.

If you have further questions on this issue, please feel free to contact J Brooks & Associates, Inc. at (239) 313-7129. As always, we are here to help.

17041 Alico Commerce Ct., Unit 1

Fort Myers, FL 33967

(239)313-7129

www.JBrooksai.com

J Brooks & Associates, Inc. is a full service Accountant, Tax Return Preparation, Paryoll and Community Association Management company servicing all of Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, and all of Lee, Collier, Charlotte, and Sarasota Counties.www.jbrooksai.com

Warning - Counterfeit Money in SWFL

J Brooks & Associates, Inc. would like to take this time to warn the local residents of Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and surround areas to be on the look-out for counterfeit money circulating in the Southwest Florida area.  Please be careful and know what a "Real" bill is suppose to look like. It is OK, to ask for a different bill from a cashier if you do not feel safe about the money they are handing you. Read NBC-2.com's story on the subject.

• Secret Service: More fake bills in SWFL - NBC-2.com WBBH News for Fort Myers, Cape Coral & Naples, Florida

If you have further questions on this issue, please feel free to contact J Brooks & Associates, Inc. at (239) 313-7129. As always, we are here to help.

17041 Alico Commerce Ct., Unit 1

Fort Myers, FL 33967

(239)313-7129

www.JBrooksai.com

J Brooks & Associates, Inc. is a full service Accountant, Tax Return Preparation, Paryoll and Community Association Management company servicing all of Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, and all of Lee, Collier, Charlotte, and Sarasota Counties.www.jbrooksai.com

How much should the rich pay?

How much should the rich pay?   That is one of the questions that will never be answered to every ones satisfaction. 

Obama-Romney on taxes: How much should the rich pay? - Nov. 6, 2012

For Additional Information regarding Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping or Income Tax Return Preparation in the State of Florida, please contact J Brooks & Associates, Inc. at information@jbrooksai.com or (239) 313-7129. Visit our website at www.jbrooksai.com.

How Secure is Mobile Banking?

We have all seen the trend lately of everything going mobile.  And financial institutions are among the many businesses that were the first to jump on that band wagon.  Have you ever wonder how secure doing your banking on your mobile device really is?  They say, "For Now" it is very secure.  But what about the future? 

As with anything, you need to use your common sense and be sure that all of your log-in information is password protected  And remember, never have your phone or other mobile devices save your passwords for any app that will give a thief access to your finances.  Read this article about how secure your mobile banking app really is:

• How Secure is Mobile Banking?

Your identity and your finances need to be kept secure at all costs.  Yes, it is really convenient that you have the capability to access your bank accounts and pay bills at the drop of a hat, but remember to keep everything protected.  Always ask your financial institution or your accountant about what precautions you should take before connecting your finances to your mobile device.  They will be able to instruct you in the best way to secure your finances.


For Additional Information regarding Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping or Income Tax Return Preparation in the State of Florida, please contact J Brooks & Associates, Inc. at information@jbrooksai.com  or (239) 313-7129. visit our website at www.jbrooksai.com.com .J Brooks & Associates, Inc.

Consumer bureau to police debt collectors

Many people and small businesses have, at one time or another, had a debt that has been turned over to collections.  And you know what, it is OK.  It has happened to the best of them, and with the economy the way it has been for the past five plus years, it is not totally unexpected.  But, the real problem has been the harrassing calls, and poor treatment and miscommunication between debt collection companies and the people. 

Finally, the US Government is taking action and will be policing these agencies to ensure they are staying in compliance of the laws that are in place to protect the citizens. 

Read this article about what the Consumer Bureau of Debt Collectors will be doing to get a handle on this major problems in the US.

• http://money.cnn.com/2012/10/24/pf/consumer-bureau-debt-collectors/index.html?iid=SF_SB_River

For Additional Information regarding Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping or Income Tax Return Preparation in the State of Florida, please contact J Brooks & Associates, Inc. at information@jbrooksai.com  or (239) 313-7129. visit our website at www.jbrooksai.com.com .J Brooks & Associates, Inc.

Should we start a small business for the tax break?

The Pro's and Con's of starting your own business to get tax breaks.  It isn't always what you think it is going to be.  Read this article.

Should we start a small business for the tax break? - The Help Desk - Personal Finance FAQs - CNNMoney

For Additional Information regarding Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping or Income Tax Return Preparation in the State of Florida, please contact J Brooks & Associates, Inc. at information@jbrooksai.com  or (239) 313-7129. visit our website at www.jbrooksai.com.com .