by Leif Jensen | Jan 5, 2026 | Corporate Entities |
I have written in the past that S-Corps are the most popular corporate entity. Now thanks to the U of I Tax School pulling the numbers together to back it up, they account for over two-thirds of all corporations filing federal tax returns. Moreover, the number of S...
by Leif Jensen | Dec 17, 2025 | Rant |
Illinois residents pay the highest property taxes in the nation. Illinois Policy Institute research shows Cook County property tax bills have risen 78% since 2007, despite median property values rising just 7.3%. The treasurer reported last year’s collections were...
by Leif Jensen | Dec 15, 2025 | Money Management |
Early career workers need to set up a financial foundation. This will assist them on the path to financial security. Like retirement, the idea is to start early and maintain throughout their careers. Currently 56% of workers early in their careers do not have 3 to 6...
by Leif Jensen | Dec 10, 2025 | Money Management |
I was surprised to find in this day and age that yes, women are still paid less than men, although the gap has narrowed over time. In 2024, women working full-time, year-round earned about 81 to 85 cents for every dollar men earned, a figure that can be even lower for...
by Leif Jensen | Dec 8, 2025 | Money Management |
ADP was sharing that many workers are financially fragile. 27% of workers do not have any emergency savings. Over time the question was asked if your furnace broke down would you be able to replace it. The question now is a hot water heater. People don’t have the...
