January 10, 2008
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Featured
Business
Mejah
Books, located in the
Tri-State Mall, is not just a book store! You can find special orders
on hard to find and out of print books. Also filled with cultural
crafts, art work, all natural products, and exhibits, you are sure
to find the right item for yourself and others. The friendly and
knowledgeable staff is always there to assist whether you are loungin'
in their café or need some advice on your next purchase. Mejah Books
has also developed a program called Behind Bars Book Bank
(B4 Project), which is an authorized retailer for sending books
into prison.
View more information about Mejah
Books
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Spotlight Black Businesses
Claymont Digital Design, LLC
Web Design/Graphics/Printing - NEW
Darnyelle A. Jervey, Skin Care & Color Specialist
Hair/Nail/Beauty
Karla Woods - EXIT/Exit Central Realty
Realtor - NEW
Lateasa's Hands of Joy Beauty Salon
Hair/Nail/Beauty - NEW
Pamela Mundy - Coldwell Banker, Rowley Realtors
Realtor
Seams Easy
Seamstress/Tailor
TAXcellent Financial Services
Financial Services
Event Calendar
1-12 Fellowship And Fitness
1-17 Introducing the BDPA Northern Delaware Chapter
1-19 Diva Interest Fellowship
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Year-end Tax Preparation
As the 2007
year ends, the 2007 tax year begins. That means it is time to prepare
for filing your 2007 tax returns. Whether a business return or personal
return, preparation is essential for accurate and timely processing
of your tax return regardless of self-preparing or if a paid preparer
is completing the task for you.
The IRS expects to begin processing returns starting on Jan. 14,
with the exception of those impacted by the new Alternative minimum
tax law changes.
Here is a checklist to use when organizing your tax files for individuals
and businesses.
Individuals
• W-2s and 1099s from your employer
• Social Security Cards (for yourself, spouse, children
and other dependents)
• Copy of last years tax return (very helpful)
• List of other income/expenses (itemized deductions)
• Childcare information (providers ID number & receipts
for amount paid)
• Blank check or savings account information for direct
deposit
• 1099s for interest, dividends, unemployment, government
and miscellaneous income
• 1098 for student loan interest, mortgage interest,
or property tax
• Empty your Flexible Spending Accounts
• Make final IRA contributions by April 15th of the
upcoming year
• For those 50 or older, make an additional catch-up contribution
to your IRA of $500 in addition to your yearly $15000.
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Businesses
• List of income (customer receipts, rebate receipts, or paid
invoices)
• List of ordinary expenses (office rent, supplies, vendor
statements, receipts, advertising expenses)
• Vehicle information for business use (year, make, mode,
business mileage)
• Vehicle expenditure documentation (gas, tolls, parking,
interest payments)
• If you used your home to conduct your business obtain all
home-business related expenses (mortgage, utilities, water, etc.)
• Business travel expenses (vehicle mileage, hotel receipts,
airfare, meals, etc.)
• Obtain updated W-4 for current employees
• Verify address and contact information for current employees.
• Pay final bonuses or gifts to employees
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For more information or tax consulting contact SND Management
at 302-764-6208
Prepared
by Sandra Dorsey, CISA, MBA
sndmanagement@hotmail.com
302-764-6208
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A New Year - A New Beginning
January 1,
2008 brings with it hope, promise, and the chance to start over
and make changes in your life. Even if you don’t make New
Year Resolutions, it seems the first of the year is the best time
to reevaluate your personal or business life because you’ve
got 12 months to put changes into action!
Now, I know that emotions play a HUGE part in the way we live our
daily lives whether you want to admit it or not. And, there is nothing
wrong with it as long as you challenge yourself to be the best YOU
can be. However, some of us fall short of reaching our potential
because we are afraid to step out on faith, stretch, and try new
things.
This year, don’t let emotional baggage stop you from being
the best YOU can be! There may be times when you feel inadequate
because you’ve become accustomed to verbal or physical abuse;
times when the back stabbing, jealousy, negative comments, and disappointments
seem normal, and the confusion and uncertainty of facing tomorrow
without these negative folks or feelings in your life can be unsettling.
But, TODAY, you have a chance to start over and take control of
your life.
Taking control isn’t easy, but it can be done step-by-step.
It can be as simple as writing down all of the things you feel need
changing, then write down all of the things you feel are really
working, then study your list. If the “it needs changing”
side is longer than the “it is working” side, you’d
better get busy and find a way to bring balance into your life.
Your 2008 change list should include these important questions:
What will I change?
Who will I start removing or drop from my life?
How will I accomplish the change(s)?
What steps can I take to improve my spiritual, mind, and body health?
Joy
Certified Fitness Professional, Nutrition and Wellness Adviser
Send questions or comments to:
Joyce’s Wellness Center
a/k/a Exercise with Joy
P.O. Box 11964
Wilmington, DE 19850
joy@joyceswellnesscenter.com
Disclaimer:
The information and opinion provided in the above article is believed
to be accurate and presented for informational purpose only and
is not intended to treat, cure or prevent any illness or condition.
The author assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither
is any liability assumed by the author for damages resulting from
the use of or the information contained herein. Information presented
in this article should never take the place of consultation with
your personal physician.
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Upcoming Events
1-17 Introducing the BDPA Northern Delaware Chapter - Seminar/Workshop
1-19 Diva Interest Fellowship - Seminar/Workshop
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2-09 Old Skool/New Skool Party - Party 21+
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