May 12, 2020 Welcome to the inaugural episode of our new video series, Off the Cuff. My name is Frank Hambalek, and our firm, Wiebe Hinton Hambalek is located in Central California. We specialize in real estate, agricultural, and medium-sized closely-held businesses. As we film this video today on May 12, 2020, the United States…
Additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program has become available. Applications will be accepted as early as Monday, April 27th. We recommend working with your lenders to apply now. Please contact us if you need help finding lenders. Visit our WHH COVID-19 Resource Center for the latest news and up-to-date information.
Are you suddenly trying to figure out how to be successful while working remotely? Shortening your commute to just down the hall and trading the dress shoes for slippers might sound lovely but with it comes a unique set of challenges. It requires learning how to limit distractions and uphold productivity while maintaining work/life boundaries.…
All of us at WHH, along with our clients, friends, and families are figuring out how to navigate our way through the COVID-19 pandemic together. It’s important that our clients have access to reliable, accurate information. We’ve compiled a list of resources, sharing the latest local and statewide financial information. We anticipate further developments and…
At Wiebe Hinton Hambalek, we are keenly aware of the potential impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We have already taken steps to provide for the continuity of our client services and the safety of our employees and clients as we navigate through the uncertainty of the outbreak. Visit our pandemic resource center where we will…
Do you know if your worker is technically an employee or an independent contractor? The line can be blurry. The IRS provides guidelines to help you figure it out, but sometimes it’s not enough. The choice you make will have a significant impact on your staff and your taxes. It’s important that you’re accurate. Consider…
If you think you might be inheriting property in the future, you need to consider the tax implications. The tax implications could be very different depending on whether you choose to receive it as a gift or inheritance. You should consider the inheritance taxes and gift taxes before transferring property. Inheriting property In most cases,…
The federal government spending package titled the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020, does more than just fund the government. It extends certain income tax provisions that had already expired or that were due to expire at the end of 2019. The agreement on the spending package also includes the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement…
You might not know that in addition to the typical investments in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, you’re allowed to hold almost any type of asset in your retirement account (with the exception of collectibles, precious metals, and life insurance.) Holding real estate in IRAs is a great option for many investors. Tax Benefits To…
My kids are college age and finding affordable, safe housing for them is a top concern. I have a couple of friends who’ve opted to purchase property by their child’s campus for them to live in through their college careers. I did a little research to find out if it would be a viable option…