April is National Volunteer Month According to Project Helping, 94% of volunteers experience an emotional recharge known as a “helper’s high,” which improves individuals’ moods, boosts productivity, reduces stress and fosters a sense of purpose. A substantial number of U.S. employers even offer paid-time-off exclusively for volunteer work, allowing employees to invest hours in their … Continue reading Featured Story – April 2020

Ways to Curb COVID-19 Boredom Author Ryan Holiday says, “Never forget, within every obstacle is an opportunity to improve our condition.” So, why not use the world’s temporary quarantine as a means of self-advancement? Spend time with loved ones, tackle your reading list, try a new game or develop a new skill using online learning … Continue reading #TrendingNow – April 2020

Be Wary of Fake News April Fools is upon us, but note the trickery extends far beyond the first of the month for fishy, fake news sites. Beware of bogus stories and viral posts that circulate social media feeds. Always consider the source before opening a shared link and make yourself aware of the posting … Continue reading Tip of the Month – April 2020

The April 2020 Edition of LegalSmart focuses on volunteering! Download LegalSmart Here:  LegalSmart - April 2020 Featured Story:  April is National Volunteer Month Trending Now: Ways to Curb COVID-19 Boredom Something Different: 5 Ways to Get Outside During the Workday Tip of the Month: Be Wary of Fake News

5 Ways to Get Outside During the Workday Spring is finally here, meaning many of us stare longingly through our office windows at the beaming sun and blooming petals. Having to work an eight-hour shift doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of the warm weather, however. Here are some ways you can get out of … Continue reading Something Different – April 2020

Save Important Documents Tax season is the perfect time to start sifting through your files and getting everything in order, and is a great opportunity to organize them. https://www.consumerreports.org/taxes/how-long-to-keep-tax-documents/ provides general guidelines on managing important documents.

The March 2020 Edition of LegalSmart focuses on tax season! Download LegalSmart Here:  LegalSmart - March 2020 Featured Story:  Are Tax Return Apps Worth It? Trending Now: Top Tax Software Programs for 2020 Something Different: Avoid These Tax Return Errors Tip of the Month: Save Important Documents

Are Tax Return Apps Worth It? Processing your tax returns by snapping a photo of your W2 and using an app on your phone has become popular as we continue to increase our reliance on portable technology, but is it really a good way to file your taxes?  Here are some factors of filing your … Continue reading Featured Story – March 2020

During tax season, it's always good to check out your options when it comes time to file. Many people hire a tax professional, while there are still those of us who use software to do it ourselves. These software options below have been rated online and have you covered. Some of them are actually free! … Continue reading #TrendingNow – March 2020

Avoid These Tax Return Errors According to the IRS, an estimated 60% of all tax returns filed annually have a mistake in them.  This includes returns processed and filed by tax professionals.  Be on the lookout for these common mistakes: Spelling errors Mistyped numbers Incorrect calculations If you did file with a tax professional, reach out … Continue reading Something Different – March 2020