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Work At Home: Is It The Right Fit For Moms?

thelightnc Staff — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 14:00:51 +0000

In the past, the role of moms in society has been focused on the children and house chores. Moms are expected to take the responsibility of looking after the children while also contributing to the betterment of the family. The rat race in which human beings are involved in these days suggests, she cannot only assume the natural duties as mom such as looking after her children, but also should contribute financially in order to fuel the two income family structure. Failure to do so may tighten up the family’s budget and lead to financial hardship. However, performing this double role and being overloaded with work, seems to take over the lives of modern day moms.

So why not consider the option of working at home?

Consider the familiar case of a mom who gave birth to a child recently and has to return to work. As moms we have to face the emotional test that goes with such a decision. You may have had a successful career but can you sacrifice the quality time you can spend with your child. However the numbers should also add up at the end of the month. Further if you are overwhelmed with bills, you may have no other choice. But isn’t there any other way?

Let’s think about another scenario, a stay at home mom with relatively older children. She has ample free-time which she can utilize to earn a few bucks to ease the pressure of her spouse. At least this will allow her some degree of independence being not entirely dependent on her husband. Further, this may allow her to get rid of the routine chores of her day and engage in something she likes and still get paid for it.

On the other hand, job security is a thing of the past, now that there are thousands of layoffs and downsizing being implemented on a daily basis. The data will show you that women suffer the most. So any income generating activity you can apply at home is highly recommended in today’s society. Many people ask this question and maybe you also have already thought about it. “Can you earn the same amount working at home?” The answer is YES! I should also acknowledge the fact that it is not achievable overnight. In other words you will not earn the same income from the very first day you start working at home.

In time, working at home will definitely be worth it. You’ll be able to be at home with your children, take back control of your life and bring in an income.

Bringing Moms Back Home® is the leading work at home business team for moms. We are a group of diverse moms all over the world working together to create financial freedom and a better quality of life for our families.

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6 Things You Should Know About Your Tax Preparer

thelightnc Staff — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 17:15:10 +0000

The right tax preparer can be the difference between a dream and a nightmare. With the Tax deadline approaching on April 18th, you still have time to research for the tax preparer that is just right for you.

6 Things You Should Know About Your Tax Preparer

This post provided by Money-Rates.com.

Before you think about how qualified your tax preparer is, think about what’s riding on your tax return.

On the upside, good tax advice can save you hundreds, or possibly thousands, of dollars in tax liability. On the downside, tax evasion is punishable by up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine, and you are responsible for your tax return, regardless of who prepares it.

As you can see, the qualifications of your tax preparer can matter a great deal. Hardly any states license tax preparers, so it most likely it will be up to you to determine whether your tax preparer is properly qualified. Here are six things you should know before hiring a professional tax preparer:

What are the preparer’s professional qualifications? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, most tax preparers don’t even have a bachelor’s degree. However, only a CPA, Enrolled Agent (a federally-authorized tax practitioner), or attorney can represent you in front of the IRS in an audit or other proceedings, so looking for a higher level of professional qualification might be worthwhile.
Is this a full-time occupation? Tax work is somewhat seasonal, but changes to the tax code and case law can happen throughout the year. Also, your questions or inquiries from the IRS can occur at any time, so you might be better off with a full-time tax specialist.
What type of firm is it? Good tax preparers can be found in anything from sole practitioners to multi-national accounting firms. There are trade-offs to each one. With a major accounting firm you get a widely-known reputation and deep resources, but you’ll probably pay more for a big-name firm. A smaller firm may be more personal and less expensive, but have less resources to put into the preparation of your return and backing you up if the IRS calls.

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Discover How Moms Working At Home Can Elevate The Family

Truitt O'Neal — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 14:00:43 +0000

In this tough economic climate, more and more moms are trying to find avenues to supplement their income. But even in these tough times the opportunity to earn extra income from home is alive and well. As a work at home mom you have the capability of creating your own stimulus package without depending on assistance from the government. As moms our desire has always been to support the family in different ways and now we have the perfect opportunity.

Working a business from home isn’t like a regular job. You still need to work but what’s unique about it is that you will be working at home with a flexible time-schedule. What this amounts to is quality time not only for yourself but also for the family. You can spend time with the kids and watch them grow under your care and not the nanny’s or daycare center. You can raise them, drive them to school, and still get to work because you pick your own schedule.

Also, building a home business allows you to spend more quality time on your personal wellness. For example, if you have gained weight because you haven’t been able to exercise lately, then this is a good opportunity for you to have the time to exercise. A job in the office won’t allow you to go to the gym any time you want but working at home will give you such freedom and so much more. Options are at your disposal and it is a great feeling to decide your own day.

Working at home also allows you to spend more time with your spouse. In many cases couples don’t have the time to spend with one another anymore because of work. They arrive home tired and exhausted ready for bed. Working at home will give you more time to relax and therefore spend more quality time with your husband or significant other. Many moms who work at home find this one of the most rewarding benefits.

If you’re a mom that wants more for your family then this type of endeavor will allow you to do what you want to do all while creating financial freedom and a better quality of life. If you are highly motivated, you’d be surprised to find yourself succeeding in the near future.

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What’s Your Rule With Loaning Money To Family And Friends?

thelightnc Staff — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 18:56:36 +0000

Two teenage girls lives have dramatically changed over $20. Frustration and Ego may have been the culprits that took control and ended the life of a young African-American female in New York City.

Media outlets across the country reported on the sad but true altercation between life long friends that ignited over the popular social media site Facebook.

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Loaning money out to family and/or friends can be a sensitive ordeal. A wise person advised me a long time ago that when you loan money out, do it and don’t expect it back. I believe that was valuable words of wisdom that I share with people when needed.

Have you ever loaned money and the situation resulted into a bad ordeal? How were you able to rise above it? What words of wisdom can you share with someone regarding loaning and borrowing? What do you think is the best way to loan money to people?

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Discover The Leading Home Business For Moms

thelightnc Staff — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 14:00:18 +0000

There are a number of reasons that explain the recent trend towards moms choosing to operate a home business, many of which are discussed throughout this article. In particular, the opportunity to be your own boss presents many lifestyle benefits such as more time and flexibility to improve work and balance life, While high income potentials and significant tax advantages can help to improve financial freedom and stability. Additionally, advances in technology, mainly the internet and the mobile phone have improved communication, making the home office more practical, particularly for those who would normally spend hours commuting.

In this article we will discuss the many home business benefits associated with operating from home, and in particular why network marketing is becoming more popular as one of the fastest growing home business industries for moms.

There are also many additional benefits to joining a network marketing company that are often initially overlooked. The personal development that you can gain operating this type of business can be very rewarding. You very quickly discover your weaknesses, but with the right training and mentoring these can be turned into strengths, which again can benefit all areas of your life and not just your business.

The network of moms you develop when building your business is invaluable. In our current team we have a wide range of moms with professions that include legal assistants, retail, administration, teachers, photographers, personal trainers, business owners, accountants, lawyers, stay at home moms and many more. As you can imagine having a close network of moms with such skills has many benefits that extends to aspects of your life outside of your business. To look at the broad range of skills and knowledge that makes up our team is amazing. I’m sure you can imagine the types of conversations that we share at our social events. Naturally a network of skilled moms means that there is always someone to call on for advice in any given field of expertise.

So many people make decisions about network marketing based purely on the financial aspect of the business, what they fail to realize are the additional benefits that can extend far past that. I encourage you to broaden your mind and take full advantage of the home business benefits that are presented to you.

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4 Free Help Tips For Tax Preparation Due April 18.

thelightnc Staff — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:25:09 +0000

Countdown to tax time! Plan ahead and get the help you need, for free.

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The IRS offers free assistance by computer, telephone and in person. The IRS can also help find free tax preparation sites for those who qualify. Here are four great ways you can get the information you need to file your tax return

IRS Website The IRS website at http://www.irs.gov is a one-stop shop for a wide array of tax information. You can even prepare and file your federal tax return – for free – through Free File, a service offered by IRS and its partners who make available free tax preparation software and free electronic filing. But you must go through IRS.gov to use Free File. Have some tax questions? Check out 1040 Central on the Individuals page for the latest news. You can even track your refund with Where’s My Refund?.
Taxpayer Assistance Centers When you believe your tax issue cannot be handled online or by phone and you want face-to-face assistance, you can find help at a local IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center. Locations, business hours and an overview of services are available at IRS.gov. Just go to the Individuals tab and click on the link for Contact My Local Office in the left tool bar section under IRS Resources.
Community Resources Free tax preparation is available through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs in many communities. Volunteer return preparation programs provided through IRS and its partners offer free help in preparing simple tax returns for low-to-moderate-income taxpayers. For a list of the 2011 VITA sites you can visit IRS.gov, or call 800-906-9887. You may also call AARP — the largest TCE participant — at 888-227-7669 (888-AARPNOW) or access www.aarp.org to find the nearest AARP Tax-Aide site.
Telephone Call the IRS Tax Help Line for Individuals, 800-829-1040, to get answers to your federal tax questions. To hear pre-recorded messages covering various tax topics or check on the status of your refund, call 800-829-4477. TTY/TDD users may call 800-829-4059 to ask tax questions or to order forms and publications. To order free forms, instructions and publications call 800-829-3676.

For more information about free services provided by the IRS, review Publication 910, IRS Guide to Free Tax Services available at http://www.irs.gov or by calling 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676).

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9 Top Tips For Wealth Building In 2011

thelightnc Staff — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 14:42:10 +0000

Time to revisit those financial goals that were a part of your New Year’s resolution. Did you have financial goals for 2011?

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To help you out, Yahoo Finance has gathered nine experts in the fields of money, debt, real estate and consumer affairs to share these 9 best wealth-building tips for 2011:

1. Funnel That FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act) Cut Into a Retirement Windfall

2. Look For Low-Cost Mutual Funds and Watch Those Fees

3. No Shortcuts: Year After Year of Consistent Savings

4. Get Rid of High-Interest Card Debt

5. Buy a Home

6. Balanced, Diversified Portfolio Plus Education

7. If You Have an HSA (Health Savings Account), Max It Out

8. Do Your Due Diligence

9. Start Your Own Side Business

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Work From Home: Moms Are You Frustrated With Your Corporate Job?

Moms Are You Looking For Other Ways To Earn Extra Income From Home?

thelightnc Staff — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 14:00:26 +0000

Moms are rediscovering the benefits of working at home, they are opting out of the rat race to spend more time with their families and take a more proactive part in raising their children.

You need not look beyond your kitchen, bedroom or living room to find the location on which to build your business enterprise. Here are five reasons why it pays to work at home:

1. To gain personal freedom. The most enticing aspect of starting a home business is the opportunity it provides to gain control over your own life. As a home business entrepreneur, you can shape your work life depending on your goals and environment. There are no bosses telling you what to do, no corporate culture to abide by, and no rigid work schedules nor time clocks. Instead, you have the freedom to work and earn as you choose, in the comfort and convenience of your own homes.

2. To reap financial benefits. The financial benefits of working at home are equally attractive. The convenience of having your office a few steps away from your bed allows you to save on commute time, gasoline and transportation expenses. There is also little need to buy power suits and dress up every workday as you can work in your jogging outfit or pajama. Your earning potential is directly proportional to your performance: no more waiting for your boss to give you your raise or promotion before you can increase your income. More importantly, however, a home business allows people who have been frequently shut out of the job market to create new income opportunities.

3. To exploit tax advantages. Using your home as a place of business offers a number of tax advantages. For starters, it allows you to deduct a part of the operating and depreciation expenses on your home. This means that a percentage of your rent or mortgage payment, depreciation, property taxes, insurance, utilities, and expenses for household maintenance, repairs, or improvements are deductible. You can also be entitled to deduct expenses from using a vehicle for your business, including gas, insurance, depreciation, and others. Consult your accountant for a careful evaluation of what can and cannot deducted from using your home office.

4. To be with the family. Many moms opt to start their business from their homes to strengthen family relationships. They can both work and earn, while taking care of their children.

5. To reduce stress. Working at home can reduce the stress of juggling the demands of your work life with those of your private life. You can work while staying at home to care for a sick child, or continue to work late at night after preparing and sharing dinner with the family. Since you work alone, there is no office politics and deadlines imposed by your boss. You only need to follow the deadlines and schedules you have set for yourself.

As more moms recognize the opportunities of making extra income from home, coupled by the need to be independent and the drive to succeed, others will soon join this growing movement.

Bringing Moms Back Home® is the leading work at home business team for moms. We are a group of diverse moms all over the world working together to create financial freedom and a better quality of life for our families.

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