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HIRE Act: Questions and Answers for Employers
Under the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act, enacted March 18, 2010, two new tax benefits are available to employers who hire certain previously unemployed workers ("qualified employees"). IRS Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center
This link to the IRS Website provides select business topics using their A-Z listing, or by business type such as sole proprietor, corporation, etc. This site also provides links to major business subjects, such as Business Expense, which provides a gateway to all related information on that subject. Check IRS Refund Status
Track your tax return through the IRS website. The Internal Revenue Service
Home of the IRS on the Web. The IRS has definitely done a nice job on their Website. Income Tax Refund Status for Virginia
State Tax Refund Link Financial
Financial Aid for College (Forefield Advisors)
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Expand your business with these SBA programs and services
SBA programs and services support you, the small business person. Learn about SBA-backed loans, government contracting opportunities, disaster assistance and training programs to help your business succeed. Increase your business knowledge and productivity with these SBA resources and tools
The SBA provides you with a wealth of information unique to small business through monthly chat events, electronic newsletters, podcasts and a myriad of business resources to support your business needs. U.S. Small Business Administration
Small business programs and services to help you start, grow, and succeed. Social Security Online
The Official Website of the U.S. Social Security Administration. News
House Ways and Means Chairman Proposes a Tax Plan
House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Dave Camp, R-Mich., proposed a plan that would cut the top U.S. tax rate from 35% to 25% for individuals and corporations and reduce or eliminate many deductions. Camp wants a tax overhaul that would keep overall tax revenues at recent average levels of about 18% to 19% of gross domestic product. The Wall Street Journal (3/17) Is it worth it to go to college? MSNBC August 9, 2010
Daunting debt makes some wary of higher education MSNBC - Microsoft & NBC
MSNBC is the place for up to the minute news. Many of the news articles have audio and video clips. Wall Street Journal
Complete financial news service offers personalized news and market quotes. Plus, links to Barron's Online and Smart Money Interactive. Local
Virginia SBA - Small Business Resources
Local SBA Business Resources Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce
The Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce creates a climate for your business to be successful through advocacy, networking, and business assistance. The Roanoke Times
Roanoke Regional Small Business Development Center
Helping small businesses grow and succeed Roanoke Valley -Alleghany Regional Commission
Downtown Roanoke Inc
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