Understanding IRA-Based Retirement Plans
There are several different types of IRA-based retirement plans available to individuals and to employers. Each has different qualifications, contribution limits, tax-filing requirements, and distributions. This article will define each and illustrate their benefits.
Girls on the Run Selected by CST Group as August Jeans for Charity Recipient
During the month of August, CST Group supported Girls on the Run through its charitable giving program, Jeans for Charity.
Virginia 2017 Tax Amnesty Program Offers Tax Debt Relief
The 2017 tax amnesty program for the state of Virginia offers eligible taxpayers tax debt relief from September 13 through November 14, 2017.
Joe Romagnoli Named Top Financial Professional by Northern Virginia Magazine
We would like to congratulate our managing partner, Joe Romagnoli, for being named a Top Financial Professional in the category of Tax Accountants by practicing financial professionals in the region. This is the third consecutive year Joe has been recognized.
Top 10 Advantages of Moving to QuickBooks Online
Today, there are more units of QuickBooks Desktop used by small businesses than QuickBooks Online. However, did you know that 80 percent of new QuickBooks users are choosing QuickBooks Online vs. QuickBooks Desktop? Perhaps it is time for you to make the change.
CST Group Named one of the Top 300 Accounting Firms in USA
We are pleased to announce that CST Group has once again been named one of the Top 300 Accounting Firms in the United States by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA)
Tax-Free Options to Pay for Medical Expenses
Health insurance is a hot social issue in America today, but one thing many Americans aren’t talking about are tax-free options to pay for their medical expenses: health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending arrangement (FSAs).
Back-to-School in Virginia: Tax Deductions and Credits for Education
August is back-to-school month for many students in Virginia. The youngest children will head to their first day of preschool and recent high school graduates will head off to college. Fortunately, there are tax deductions and credits that can be taken for the expenses of both kids and new adults.
The R&D Tax Credit: An Often-Overlooked Tax Benefit for Businesses
Recent changes in R&D tax credit regulations have increased the number of businesses that qualify for the R&D tax credit. Your company may be eligible if your business improves products or processes.
CST Group Selects Stroke Comeback Center as July Jeans for Charity Recipient
During the month of July, CST Group supported the Stroke Comeback Center. Its mission is to provide ongoing and personally meaningful programs within a supportive and peer-driven environment that is affordable for all stroke and brain trauma survivors, enabling them to achieve their maximum potential.
How to Spot IRS Phonies
Tax season has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean you can stop worrying about scammers trying to cheat you out of your hard-earned money.
CST Group Promotes Two Team Members
We are very happy to announce the promotion of two CST Group team members who have demonstrated quality in their work and ability beyond their position. Brooke Bostwick has been promoted to Manager and Andrew Lampropoulos to Senior Associate.
Should You Amend Your Tax Return?
April 18th has passed and you’re excited to take a vacation with the hefty tax refund you received…but then you receive another 1099 in the mail that you didn’t include on your tax return. What do you do? Here are some questions you may ask yourself, along with some advice regarding the answer.
CST Group Selects Pathways Home, Inc. as June Jeans for Charity Recipient
During the month of June, CST Group supported Pathways Home, Inc. through its charitable giving program, Jeans for Charity.
CST Group Hosted Tyson’s Chamber After Work Mixer June 15
CST Group hosted the Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce After Work Mixer on June 15 at its offices in Reston for the third year in row. It was a fun evening of networking and conversation on our rooftop deck!
Getting the Most From Your Out-of-Pocket Expenses
When you go on a business trip or take a client out to lunch, you can generally count on your employer to pick up the tab. Depending on your profession and employer, however, there may be times when you’re forced to pay a business expense out of pocket. Even if the company isn’t paying you back, you shouldn’t throw away the receipts – you may be able to deduct those expenses on your individual tax return.
CST Group Hosts Blood Drive for Toddler with Cancer
The son of a good friend of CST Group employee, Mark Ventura, was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma last September. At just under 2 years old, he receives regular blood transfusions to help combat the effects of chemotherapy. In the spirit of community giving, the CST Social Committee asked the Red Cross to have a blood drive at the company’s building to help this child, and others like him.
CST Group Selects the Good Shepherd Alliance as May Jeans for Charity Recipient
CST Group is proud to have supported the Good Shepherd Alliance in May as part of CST Group’s charitable giving program, Jeans for Charity.
CST Group to Host Tysons Chamber After Work Mixer on June 15
CST Group will host the Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce After Work Mixer on June 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the rooftop (weather permitting) at its offices in Reston.
CST GROUP RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS WHEN WORK WORKS AWARD FOR SECOND YEAR
RESTON, VA, May 22, 2017 - CST Group has been honored with a 2017 When Work Works Award for exemplary workplace practices. This is the second year in a row the company has received the award.
CST Group Receives Prestigious When Work Works Award for Second Year
CST Group has been honored with a 2017 When Work Works Award for exemplary workplace practices. This is the second year in a row the company has received the award.