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CPAs are available to speak on the following topics. If you are interested in talking to a CPA to learn more, contact Tanya Mellen at 952-885-5530.

How to spend your money in retirement
How do you make sure your retirement income lasts as long as you do? A CPA can provide insight on planning and budgeting to help ensure a financially stable retirement. 

Questions to ask before donating to a charity
It's gratifying to donate to a worthy charity. But whenever you make a gift, you want to be sure your money will be used wisely. A CPA can discuss questions to ask before giving. 

Smart tax-planning steps to take now
Have you done all you can to simplify your tax situation and take advantage of tax breaks available to you? A CPA can share actions to take now that will make life easier - and perhaps save you money - next April and in the future. 

Ways to teach kids important lessons about money
Many parents want to ensure their children learn positive values when it comes to money, but they're not sure how to instill them. A CPA can offer tips for parents who want to teach their children how spending and saving work.

10 simple ways to cut home heating costs
The leaves are falling and so is the temperature. Winterizing a home can lower heating costs and may offer tax credits. A CPA can talk about ways to reduce tax liability while improving energy savings.

Seven ways being eco-friendly can save money
There are many simple ways to make eco-friendly changes that save money while helping the environment. A CPA can provide advice for saving green while going green.

Six tips for saving money on the first year of college
Parents of college freshman anticipate the high cost of tuition and fees, but they’re often surprised by the price of books and other college necessities. A CPA can talk about ways to prepare for and minimize these additional expenses.

What college students need to know about credit cards
Whether they get a credit card now or later, it’s a good idea for young adults to learn good credit habits early. A CPA can discuss ways to avoid credit pitfalls.

 



Media contacts

Tanya Mellen
Office: 952-885-5530
Cell: 612-558-2064
tmellen@mncpa.org