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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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Historical Inflation

Historical Inflation

See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.

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How Long Will Your Money Last?

See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.

When to Self-Insure

When to Self-Insure

Choosing to bear the financial burden of an adverse event is called self-insuring. Do you know what that entails?

 

Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know

Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.

Women and Financial Strategies

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Smart Retirement Habits for Retirement Success and Security

Build financial confidence and a fulfilling, secure retirement with habits that help protect your wealth and lifestyle.

What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement

A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.

A Primer on Dividends

A company's profits can be reinvested or paid out to the company’s shareholders as “dividends."

Variable Universal Life Insurance

Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.

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Comparing Mortgage Terms

Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.

Wedding Budget Calculator

Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

Debt vs. Investment

Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.

Lifetime of Earnings

Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

The Rule of 72

Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.

The Wild West of Data Theft

Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

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