Lion EA Posted December 8, 2016 Report Share Posted December 8, 2016 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.) 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ram32 Posted December 8, 2016 Report Share Posted December 8, 2016 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! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnH Posted December 8, 2016 Report Share Posted December 8, 2016 Thanks for telling us about this. I just ordered two sets - one for my desk and one to carry in the car. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted December 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 8, 2016 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.) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDNY Posted December 8, 2016 Report Share Posted December 8, 2016 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. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted December 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 I like argyle! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jklcpa Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 Looks good, and the price is too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted December 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 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. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abby Normal Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 Not available as a PDF? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted December 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catherine Posted December 10, 2016 Report Share Posted December 10, 2016 I ordered two sets; one each for me and my assistant. Thanks, Lion! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Possi Posted December 19, 2016 Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 ORDERED! Thanks, Lion! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted December 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2016 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. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catherine Posted January 19, 2017 Report Share Posted January 19, 2017 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. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted January 20, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2017 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. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMovichEA Posted January 20, 2017 Report Share Posted January 20, 2017 Received mine today. Very nice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnH Posted January 21, 2017 Report Share Posted January 21, 2017 Mine arrived. I agree - it is packed with info, well organized, and very good use of color. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abby Normal Posted January 27, 2017 Report Share Posted January 27, 2017 Got mine. Scanned it. Made it searchable. Happy camper. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted January 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2017 Great idea. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDNY Posted January 28, 2017 Report Share Posted January 28, 2017 I've been reviewing mine the last few mornings and must say, it smells really good, like a new car. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abby Normal Posted January 28, 2017 Report Share Posted January 28, 2017 Did you notice the typos in the MFJ 2016 tax table? I already let them know. No big deal. We know what they meant. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abby Normal Posted January 28, 2017 Report Share Posted January 28, 2017 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? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDNY Posted January 28, 2017 Report Share Posted January 28, 2017 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. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion EA Posted January 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2017 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. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catherine Posted January 29, 2017 Report Share Posted January 29, 2017 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. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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