by Alpine Bank Staff | Jan 29, 2025 | Financial
Why procrastination isn’t worth it Tax season can be a daunting time for many, but with proper planning and preparation, it doesn’t have to be a stressful ordeal. By starting early and gathering all the necessary documents, you can streamline the process...
by Ross Bentzler | Apr 18, 2024 | Digital
Recognizing and avoiding tax scams Tax season can be stressful but beware of scammers trying to take advantage. Here’s how to identify and avoid them: Red flags: Urgent threats: The IRS typically initiates contact via mail, not by phone, email, or text...
by Alpine Bank Staff | Jul 21, 2023 | Financial
Why it’s important When the economy becomes a concern for people, it’s not uncommon to start thinking in terms of weeks or months, focusing on the short-term turbulence and how it will impact you. However, as you become more consumed with the here and now, it can...
by Alpine Bank Staff | Jan 18, 2023 | Financial
Consider Section 529 tax-advantaged plans for saving According to a report published by the Education Data Initiative, the average cost of college tuition and fees at public four-year institutions rose 179.2% from academic year 2000-2001 through academic year...
by Alpine Bank Staff | Jan 18, 2023 | Financial
Start early to save time and money Whether you file your taxes using tax preparation software or with the help of a tax professional, you can save a lot of time and money by getting organized early. Here’s a tax preparation checklist to help you get a jump on...
