Are you expecting your first child? Or did you recently have your first child? First, congratulations! Welcome to the wild, wonderful, and exhausting world of parenthood. You're likely very busy with making sure everything is perfect for your new bundle of joy, from decorating the nursery to childproofing the house to loading up on cute, mini-sized […]

Do you need a tax planner for your company? It's important that you make the right selection. An experienced and knowledgeable tax planner can be a valuable advisor for any business. Taxes are probably one of your largest expenses. The right tax planner can minimize that expense and boost your bottom line. They can also provide […]

Do you need to hire a tax professional in Essex County (Northern NJ)? Do you prefer someone local? If it's your first time using professional assistance for your taxes, you may be overwhelmed by your options. There are hundreds of choices, from certified professional accountants to national tax preparation chains to small, individually-owned tax planning […]

There are few things that are more complicated or stressful than paying taxes. This is especially true if you own a business. While business owners must pay income taxes like everyone else, they also face complex web of rules about deductions, credits, depreciation, and income recognition. Failure to understand these rules and regulations could have […]

Nobody like talking taxes (except accountants). However, it's important to plan ahead or else you may end up paying much more than necessary. This is especially true if you're nearing retirement. You may have to make your retirement assets last for 20 or 30 years, so it's vital that you pay as little as possible […]

Are you going through a divorce? You probably have a lot on your plate. You may have to plan for finding a new residence, working out a custodial agreement for your kids, and even establishing your own financial independence. On top of that, you're also likely dealing with intense emotions and a lot of personal […]

As a business owner, you likely spend much of your time designing and implementing plans. You probably have a business plan, a marketing plan, a financial plan, and maybe even an exit plan for how to get out of your business when the time is right. Owning a business is all about planning and then […]

Communication in the 21st century is quite different than just 10 years ago. Texting and email have come to dominate much of the communication in a business relationship while good, old fashioned face-to-face meetings and telephone conversations are becoming less and less frequent. The effectiveness of this approach is, however, less than ideal in beginning […]

We hosted our Smolin Networking Event on Tuesday, May 20th at the Montclair Art Museum. Check out some of the photos from our great turn out!