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03 - 28 - 2016
Louisiana Sales Tax Changes Effective April 1, 2016
In the 2016 First Extraordinary Session of the Legislature ending March 9, 2016, the Louisiana Legislature enacted changes to the state sales tax with House Bill 61 and House Bill 62.Read More -
02 - 29 - 2016
What You Need to Know About Taxable And Non-Taxable Income
All income is taxable unless a law specifically says it isn’t. Here are some basic rules you should know to help you file an accurate tax return:Read More -
01 - 31 - 2016
Remain Vigilant And Alert To New Phishing Scams
A reminder to be on the lookout for continuing attempts to compromise various types of personal data.Read More -
01 - 18 - 2016
Meaux and Roberie Promoted
Darnall, Sikes, Gardes & Frederick (A Corporation of Certified Public Accountants) announces the promotion of Jeremy C. Meaux, CPA to Shareholder and Jacob C. Roberie, CPA to Partner in the firm.Read More -
12 - 31 - 2015
Tips For Using Credit Bureaus To Help Protect Your Financial Accounts
If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, you should contact one of the three major credit bureaus to place a “fraud alert” on your credit account.Read More -
12 - 01 - 2015
Tips For Year-End Gifts To Charity
For individuals and businesses making year-end gifts to charity, please consider several important tax law provisions which have taken effect in recent years.Read More -
10 - 31 - 2015
Most Retirees Need To Take Required Retirement Plan Distributions by Dec. 31
The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers born before July 1, 1945, that they generally must receive payments from their individual retirement arrangements (IRAs) and workplace retirement plan...Read More -
09 - 30 - 2015
College Tax Credits for 2015
Reminder for Parents and Students: now is a good time to see if you will qualify for either of two college tax credits or other education-related tax benefits when you file your 2015 federal income...Read More