Birch Tax Service - Complete Tax and Financial Services
Specialists for Workers in the Gig Economy
Birch Tax Service is a comprehensive tax and financial services firm committed to helping our clients improve their long-term financial success. We serve individuals, families, small businesses and self-employed persons. Part of our niche is in working with freelancers and gig workers who need assistance with their tax and investment matters.
We strive to deliver service in a highly professional manner, always seeking to improve on benefits to the client. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our relationship with you, our client. We endeavor to know and understand your financial situation and provide you with only the highest quality information, services, and products to help you reach your goals.
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Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
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The Facts About Income Tax
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Even the most seasoned investors have biases affecting their financial choices.
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Teen Drinking and Your Liability
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Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
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Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
Finding the Balance
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The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
The Other Sure Thing
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