News and Events
The Redesigned Form W-4 is Ready to Use!
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has redesigned Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate, and it is now available for employers to use when hiring new employees beginning January 1, 2020. This form was redesigned to replace complicated worksheets with something that is easier to understand and use. As an employee, if you have furnished the Form W-4 to […]
MSA Exceeds NCACPA 100 Days of Service Goal
In honor of the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA) 100th Anniversary, they introduced 100 Days of Service. MSA took this 100 Days of Service literally with our personal goal to complete 100 Acts of Service. Employees were encouraged to participate in acts of kindness individually and as a group with the idea that each one […]
Common Tax Errors for Small Businesses
We have lots of checklists, especially this time of year, but taking time to consider these common mistakes could help you avoid penalties and keep you off the IRS naughty list. Click here to read how you can avoid these mistakes. Source: Internal Revenue Service
December 31st is just around the corner…
December 31, 2019 is right around the corner and you know what that means…it could very well be the last day to update some things that could impact your 2019 tax return. Click here to learn more about this important topic.Source: Internal Revenue Service
MSA Attends Etiquette and Networking Event
On November 21, 2019, MSA employees Maria Gray and Shanon Stanbury represented Martin Starnes and Associates at the Lenoir-Rhyne University Etiquette and Networking event. This event was centered around teaching students how to conduct themselves in a meal and network setting with perspective or current employers. Maria and Shanon, in addition to other corporate sponsor […]
MSA Attends 2019 Women’s Leadership Conference – GROW
On Wednesday, November 13, 2019, over 500 women attended the Women’s Leadership Conference “Grow,” sponsored by the Catawba County Chamber of Commerce at the Hickory Metro Convention Center. A group of women from MSA attended this all-day event with much excitement and anticipation. The day included vendors, exhibit hall, breakfast, lunch, break-out workshops, inspirational and […]
Shopping Tips to Protect Electronic Devices
December 2, 2019, began this year’s National Tax Security Awareness Week warning holiday shoppers to secure their computers and mobile phones. Open the link below to see how you can reduce the threat of identity theft. Shopping Tips Source: Internal Revenue Service
401(k) Contribution Limits are Increased for 2020
Are you maximizing your contribution to your retirement plan? We generally recommend that you do. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) increased contribution amounts for 2020, so read this article to understand your limitations. Submitted by: Frank Williams Source: Internal Revenue Service
Tips to Make Your Tax Season a Little Less Stressful
For the most part, none of us like paying taxes. Unfortunately, it is something that must be done; therefore, it is in our best interest to make sure we get the most out of it. Doing your due diligence on hiring an accountant, filing a 1099, or utilizing accelerated depreciation methods such as section 179 or bonus, […]
MSA Participates in Walk to End Alzheimer’s
On Saturday October 26th, a group of 12 MSA employees, family members, and furry friends took part in the Hickory Walk to End Alzheimer’s. This is the fifth year in a row that MSA employees participated in the event that took place at the L.P. Frans Stadium in Hickory. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s event […]