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This year brought one of the most serious cyber attacks in business history, with crooks attacking a Ukrainian small business tax software that served customers in 64 countries. Many of the owners were contacted with promises to return stolen files for just $300 in bitcoin. Although some companies refused to... Continue reading →
There are few things that Americans look forward to as much as retirement. With the right planning, many people can spend decades enjoying life without the constant rat race of careers. However, retirement income is a source of anxiety for many people. Even if you have extensive retirement savings, an... Continue reading →
Although most people fear an IRS audit, IRS actions are statistically quite rare. However, many Americans still will find themselves the unlucky recipient of a letter from the IRS this tax season. The IRS audit notice may contain news of a tax audit, a lien, a request for payment, or... Continue reading →
Short term rentals have blown up in the United States. Once restricted mainly to people with vacation homes in resort areas, the market has now opened up to just about anybody with a guest room or a couch thanks to websites like Airbnb. Many people are bringing in a substantial... Continue reading →
Scrutiny into Americans with foreign financial accounts has been increasing for decades. First, September 11, 2001 brought a new awareness of the ways that international banking and fraud could have an impact on American soil. The wariness was heightened in 2009, when Swiss banks were caught teaching Americans how to... Continue reading →
