Wit + Wisdom: Serious Business. Seriously Funny.

As much as you might like to avoid it, or stick your head in a hole, taxes are inevitable, and a really important piece of business ownership. We are excited to have Melissa Whaley on with us this week to talk about taxes, but we promise it'll be fun! Melissa is a licensed tax pro and has been in the tax environment since 2009. Her mission is to help empower women with an understanding of their finances so they can feel more in control of their money and their business growth. END OF YEAR TAX INFORMATION: It's less stressful to have your taxes done prior to the April deadline. Even if you haven't been tracking your finances, just start. If you are trying to save on taxes by spending at the end of the year, don't waste your money. Make wise investments by depositing money into an IRA or purchasing much-needed equipment that will actually grow your business. Audit your recurring expenses and determine if you really need to continue paying for them. ADULTING WITH YOUR MONEY: Set up an IRA and pay into regular