Helpful Articles We here at Jeb Williamson, CPA, LLC feel that an informed client is our best customer. We will always have at least 3 relevant and timely articles on this section of our website for you to review.  The Planning Tools area of our website contains much more information on a broader range of topics. When to begin receiving Social Security benefits (age 62 or "full retirement age") Full Retirement Age reference chart from ssa.gov Tips for Choosing a Tax Preparer Your Responsibilities if you have Household Employees (sitter, cleaner, lawncare, etc) American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009 (New Stimulus Legislation) Quick Tax Facts: American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009 Excellent Guide on Planning for End of Life Issues (for self or family members)

Maximizing Business Transportation Expense Deductions The costs of commuting from a personal residence to places of business or employment generally are nondeductible personal expenditures. The deduction for commuting costs is disallowed regardless of the distance involved.   Which Is Best for Your Business: Section 179 or 100% Bonus Depreciation? Taxpayers who acquire assets for use in their trade or business activity have a very good chance of writing off the entire cost, thanks to 100% bonus depreciation plus very generous Section 179 deduction limits.   Voluntary Contractor Settlement Program (VCSP) Worker classification has generated controversy between taxpayers and the IRS for decades - with businesses pushing for independent contractor status and the IRS pushing for employee status.