Fingertip Tax Facts

[Lion EA]

Three tax preparers I have known for many years via NY/CT-ATP partnered to produce Fingertip Tax Facts.  Tom, especially, is an amazing researcher; he tracks down answers to questions posted on our NY/CT-ATP bulletin board with speed and appropriate cites.  Kristin brought me in to work with her a few years ago, I to prepare an S-corp, she the 1040 with spouse’s Sch C, and a great remote QB expert to keep their bookkeeping straight for the two businesses and personal; so I know her thoroughness.  I trust their expertise and already ordered for my practice.

Website (with bios) is fingertiptaxfacts.com

Facebook is fb.com/fingertiptaxfacts

 

Just thought some of you might want to check out Fingertip Tax Facts for yourself.  And, spread the word around your own networks.

(If you don't want to click on links, message me to email you a .pdf file.  It's too large to upload.)

[Ram32]

Thanks for the tip on this. Just ordered! Anything that speeds up my day is always appreciated. Preparers supporting each other is a good thing too!

 

[JohnH]

Thanks for telling us about this.  I just ordered two sets - one for my desk and one to carry in the car. 

[Lion EA]

I saw the mock-up of this product at our December two-day tax update seminar as they wait for some final numbers.  Quality product.  Color coded.  Laminated or some such durable finish.  Accordian fold for a LOT of information in a small piece for desk or briefcase/laptop sleeve.  My friend/colleague Kristin is especially excited about the education credit information in chart form which Tom compiled.  I think this fills a need, like the former TaxFacts or the desk cards when I worked at HRB.  I've been putting info in sleeves in a thin notebook for reference each year and use the tables at the front of TTB.  But Fingertip Tax Facts requires no work on my part, and my clients don't see me reading a book in front of them!  I think this fills a need.  I look forward to receiving my order in January.  (I get no remuneration from my review of this product.)

[FDNY]

Thanks Lion.  I'll be getting a few. A  nice gift just in time to spread some holiday cheer to those accountants who are tough to buy for.  I guess I'll keep the argyle socks for myself.

[Lion EA]

I like argyle!

[jklcpa]

Looks good, and the price is too.

[Lion EA]

The mock-up looked great, especially under $10 including shipping, lower prices starting at two units.  I ordered on the spot.  As much money as I spend on research, $10 is worth trying it out next season.

Again, this is not my ad.  I'm just really enthusiastic about this being a handy tool for me.

[Abby Normal]

Not available as a PDF?

[Lion EA]

The marketing flyer?  Or, the product itself?  I can email you the marketing flyer as a .pdf.  The partnership is selling only the physical product this year.  No downloads of the finished product this season.

Make product suggestions on their website or Facebook page.

[Catherine]

I ordered two sets; one each for me and my assistant.  Thanks, Lion!

[Possi]

ORDERED! Thanks, Lion!

[Lion EA]

I'm looking forward to a handy product.  I know the creators (all three active tax preparers) and know they will listen to feedback.  So, feel free to make suggestions to help them create a product we all can use.

[Catherine]

I just got mine.  They used nice, clear fonts with excellent use of color.  It's very sturdy and well made - I'm very pleased.

[Lion EA]

Mine arrived today also.  It has more pages than the old Tax Facts and lots more information than the old HRB desk card.  Even hubby thought it looked like a handy tool, and he knows nothing about taxes!  Yes, I agree that the color, fonts, chart format, etc., make it easy to find what I need.  Glad you're pleased, Catherine. 

[JMovichEA]

Received mine today. Very nice.

[JohnH]

Mine arrived.  I agree - it is packed with info, well organized, and very good use of color.

[Abby Normal]

Got mine. Scanned it. Made it searchable. Happy camper.

[Lion EA]

Great idea.

[FDNY]

I've been reviewing mine the last few mornings and must say, it smells really good, like a new car.

[Abby Normal]

Did you notice the typos in the MFJ 2016 tax table? I already let them know. No big deal. We know what they meant.

[Abby Normal]

29 minutes ago, FDNY said:

I've been reviewing mine the last few mornings and must say, it smells really good, like a new car.

Does it make you high?

[FDNY]

7 minutes ago, Abby Normal said:

Does it make you high?

Not enough to make a difference, but living in MA I will have a stress outlet very soon.

[Lion EA]

Now I see it -- the extra digits in the MFJ table.  Yes, you were right to let them know, Abby.  And, there's nothing like that new car smell, FDNY.  I had a brand new (1,000 miles) loaner from the Subaru dealer for a few days and really enjoyed that new car smell.

[Catherine]

3 hours ago, Lion EA said:

that new car smell

Do they still make car air freshener with that smell?  They did at one point - I remember seeing it in a car parts store and getting a chuckle out of it.