by Alpine Bank Staff | Jan 29, 2025 | Everyday Banking
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 Alpine Bank Staff | Jul 21, 2023 | Miscellaneous
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 | Everyday Banking
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 | Everyday Banking
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...
by Alpine Bank | Mar 23, 2020 | Miscellaneous
As tax season approaches (and as COVID relief programs are implemented), taxpayers need to be on alert for the annual surge in IRS tax scams. Tax fraud can come in many different forms, but it is typically perpetrated through phone scams and email phishing. Some have...
