E-CPA Newsletter - September, 2011

What to do When Mother Nature Wreaks Havoc
It has been a year of epic natural disasters in our country: heavy snow, wildfires, spring floods and tornadoes, and even a dust cloud that swallowed Phoenix. Are you prepared should a sudden disaster strike?
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=15513

NJ CPAs Offer Free Disaster Recovery Guide
New Jersey residents and business owners affected by storms and flooding face major challenges in recovering from their losses. The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJSCPA) has updated its Disaster Recovery Guide and, through its New Jersey CPA Help Center, is providing free financial and tax advice to crisis victims.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=11802

Six Steps to Making It on One Income
Many families choose to move from two incomes to one in the interest of raising a family with a stay-at-home parent. Or maybe one spouse is ready to launch an entrepreneurial idea and needs the time and space to do so.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=15475

Cut Costs with Informal Weddings
Many couples today are seeking ways to cut costs when it comes to their weddings. One way to cut costs without making it appear obvious is to have an informal wedding. This can end up being more charming than a traditional wedding and cost less. From the wedding attire to the venue, you can often save money when you choose a simple and informal wedding.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=14140

Child Off to College? A Checklist for Packing Money
Management Skills
After you recover from the initial jolt, you can help ensure both your own and your child's ongoing peace of mind by being sure your student is well-equipped to manage his or her finances. Among the books, computer, pens, towels and sheets your college-bound child takes to school, remember to tuck in money-management essentials, too.
http://www.moneymattersnj.com/story.cfm?SID=15470