For Fathers Day this year, Tim and Megan got me a pair of black Converse sneakers. They weren’t the high tops; they were the low cut style. Back in the day, however, I wore the high, black Converse sneakers. Who would have thought I was a fashion trendsetter all those years ago? Certainly not me! Why do I tell you this? Well, now it seems that what is old is new again. With the challenges in the economy, some commentators are now calling this the “New Normal.” I know what new means, however, I have not figured out what normal is. It would appear to mean something you have gotten used to. more…

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (commonly referred to as the Recovery Act), which was signed into law on Feb. 17, 2009, makes a number of beneficial changes for businesses. Here's a review of the more widely applicable provisions that could have an impact on you and your enterprise. more…

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (commonly referred to as the Recovery Act), which was signed into law on Feb. 17, 2009, makes a number of beneficial tax changes for individuals. However, most of them are temporary in nature.  Unless extended by future legislation, they apply for 2009 only or in some cases for 2009 and 2010. Here's a review of the more widely applicable provisions that could have an impact on you and your family. more…