Protecting Your “Stuff” and Your Legacy

Posted October 23, 2018 in Estate Planning, Events, Firm News with 0 Comments

Guest speaker Attorney Thomas Robinson of  Falkenstein, Meggers, Paul & Robinson, PC provided a full house of Borgida & Company clients much practical advice for protecting your “stuff” and your legacy on Thursday, November 1st. Some topics included asset protection, who needs a trust & why, the probate process, powers of attorney & gifting strategies.

Some people think that you must have wealth … Continue reading »

Tags: Borgida and Company, Estate Planning, free presentation, probate process, Thomas Robinson, who needs a trust

Scams, Swindles & Shakedowns, Oh My! Avoiding Exploitation in the Digital Age

Posted October 22, 2018 in Events, Firm News with 0 Comments

Guest speaker Stephen Pednault, CPA/CFF, CFE presented an interesting lecture on Avoiding Exploitation in the Digital Age on Thursday, October 18th. Pedneault, a well-known local Forensic Accountant & Fraud Investigator, shared info on the most common frauds perpetrated online, over the phone & in person. We learned about the red flags of a swindle and how to develop a healthy skepticism for our … Continue reading »

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Scanlon Packs the House

Posted October 10, 2018 in Events, Tax News with 0 Comments

On Thursday, September 27th Borgida & Company hosted a presentation entitled “How the New Federal Tax Law Affects You”. A big crowd joined us for dinner and asked questions regarding their concerns about the 2018 tax law changes. A autumn-themed raffle was won by a grateful Bill K.

How to File a Personal Property Tax Declaration in Connecticut

Posted October 2, 2018 in Small Business, Tax News with 1 Comment

All Connecticut business owners that own personal property must file a Personal Property Tax Declaration by November 1, 2018.

Failure to file this declaration or filing late will result in a penalty equal to 25% of the assessed value of the property…and nobody wants to pay 25% more in taxes! So, you can file or have Borgida & Company file for you, but don’t forget to FILE!

Tags: Audit, Connecticut, Connecticut Business Owner, Cost Basis, CT, Depreciation, Depreciation Schedule, Fixed Assets, Machinery, Penalty, Personal Property Tax Declaration, Real Estate, Real Property, Tax Elections, Tax Revenue, Town Assessor, Vehicle

NEW!!! 2018 Fall Seminar Series Announced

Posted September 7, 2018 in Estate Planning, Events, Firm News, Tax News with 0 Comments

Join us for Dinner & Important Discussions You’ll Want to Hear.

Thursday, September 27th 

How The New Federal Tax Law Affects YOU

5:30pm – 7:00pm, 360 East Center Street, Manchester, CT

Thomas F. Scanlon, CPA, CFP®, President of Borgida & Company, PC will present on the New Federal Tax Law. Some of the topics include: reduced Income Tax Rates, removal of Personal Exemptions, increases in the Standard … Continue reading »

Tags: Estate Planning, Forensic Accountant, New Income Tax Law