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ON THE COVER: KIA RICCHI I work very closely with owners, their architects, and other team members to ensure that everyone understands the scope of work, its cost, the schedule, etc. You see, 50% of a construction project is “contracting” (the business of construction) and 50% is construction. If you don’t get the contracting component right, there will likely be misunderstandings when work is underway.
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Why did you choose the Nona area? I began my career as a Disney artist and I worked on monumental projects at Living Seas, Euro Disney, and Animal Kingdom. I moved to the Lake Nona area so I could build monumental sculptures (like the ones I built for Harmony!) In 1998, I got my building contractor’s license because I like building, working outdoors, and collaborating with talented people and informed owners.
What makes your business unique? I educate owners about the “business of construction” so that are informed participants on their projects. From scope of work and contracts to permits, inspections, Can you tell the readers a little about your and payment- my customers know what to company? What services do you offer? expect when construction begins. I build new homes and also remodel existing ones. I’ve done commercial tenant Can you describe the “Culture” and build-outs and also worked for local and “philosophy” with your business? state governments. I’m a small company I believe that knowledge and collaboration and I interview potential customers as are essential to success. Consequently, intensively as they interview me!
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Why should/would a resident from Lake Nona use your company? I have great references, I’m honest, and I’m fair. As a woman business owner, any advice for another woman? It’s essential to understand all your business undertaking including building a new home or remodeling an existing one. Ask questions and become an informed participant on all your endeavors. Otherwise, you may not be satisfied with the outcome. Anything else you would like me to mention or highlight? When hiring a contractor, you are well served to verify his or her license and insurance compliancy so your projects are likely to be done correctly, on time, and on budget. I’ve developed an online service (www.iCheckContractors.com) that instantly verify a contractors’ professional license, workers comp, and corporate status using government data in real time. It’s like the “CarFax of Contractors” and will help you avoid costly pitfalls. My website www.TheContractress.com has informative articles and radio/tv interviews to help you understand the business of construction.
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: LACH ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTS
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r. Lach is Central Florida’s Expert Specialist and Clear Choice for Invisalign® …Named Top 1% of Doctors Nationwide bringing you Invisalign to a whole new level. Lach Orthodontic Specialists has been an icon of innovation and exemplary service for more than two decades. Led by Dr. Lach, the expanding East Orlando private practice, now with another location in Lake Nona’s medical city as Lake Nona Orthodontic Specialists, is elevating dentistry with its unparalleled expert Invisalign specialty service. “With our level of experience and training we have attained over the years, there is now no such thing as a case too difficult, as we can now handle all types, ranging from the most simple teen and adult Invisalign cases, all the way to the most complex cases that were told by others they are not candidates.” In fact, Dr. Lach is now in the Top 1% of all Invisalign doctors nationwide with the highest level of experience and expertise using Invisalign. Says Dr. Lach, “In our practice, we treat cases just about the same way with braces or Invisalign, and we let our patients choose the way that they are treated. We made cost the same for both Invisalign and braces so that does not influence decisions, so now our patients are now able to freely choose the best treatment for their lifestyle which is wonderful.” Dr. Lach has successfully transformed nearly 20,000 beautiful smiles over the last 25 years and draws from this wealth of knowledge and direct patient experience to serve his patients with the best treatment options available. “I visited lots of doctors in our area before choosing Dr. Lach, and everyone else said that my case could not be treated with Invisalign and that I was not a candidate,” says Nicole M. who was planning for her wedding day pictures.
Even though Invisalign and other clear aligner products are advertised and readily available to the public through many doctors offices and other sources, Dr. Lach cautions that results and experiences can vary and are usually highly dependent on experience and training. “Most people do not know that it only takes a one-day certification course and a dental license to provide Invisalign, but it usually takes years of training and experience to deliver amazing smiles. “Our office team works with a specialized Invisalign consultant for advanced training on a regular basis to keep us up to date. I believe that this is the only way to consistently deliver the best possible Invisalign results and experiences as the technology continues to make advances and develop at such a rapid pace.”
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For Instance, Dr. Lach’s office has the first and only Invisalign-specific digital scanner in Central Florida, which provides precision 3D blueprints to create its invisible aligners for perfect fit, in contrast to old, outdated and uncomfortable ‘impressions’ which were used in the past. Aligners now fit better and provide more predictable and accurate tooth movements, leading to better results.
“Our Invisalign patients, which now represent nearly 50% of all of our cases, report to us very high satisfaction levels and a very comfortable overall experience with less side effects and amazing results,” says Lach. Of course, there are cases where compliance is an issue—oftentimes with young children who may not be diligent in their care—in which case Dr. Lach offers traditional braces at no additional cost. Due to the advanced experience level with Invisalign at Lake Nona Orthodontic Specialists, patients like Megan C. tend to have a more positive experience with more benefits. Dr. Lach also works with Propel which allows Invisalign to work more efficiently and helps teeth respond better resulting up to 50% faster results. “Dr. Lach’s magical braces created my new smile in almost half the time…that’s amazing!” says Megan. So positive, in fact, that some candidates fly
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What follows is a simulation video that allows for any adjustments to be made before the tray is designed. In terms of comfort, Invisalign is actually less restrictive in the type of foods that can be eaten and can improve gum health.
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“As it turns out, not only was my case easily and comfortably treated with Invisalign by Dr. Lach, it was done on time as he said it would for my wedding day, and my smile looked amazing! My insurance even picked up half the cost, making it very affordable.”
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AMENDING A TAX RETURN… IS YOUR NOT-FOR-PROFIT WHEN THE FIRST TIME WAS NOT ENOUGH ORGANIZATION TAX EXEMPT?
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By Jason Flowers MBA, CFA, EA, CPA By Jason Flowers MBA, CFA, EA, CPA
ew things in life come with a do-over. Amending you tax return may seem like a do-over, however, if your tax liability increases due to the amendment, get (NPOs) ready toare paynotpotential and ot-for-profit organizations always interest recognized penalties taxes. Alternatively, if you ways to by in theaddition IRS as to taxmissed exempt and eligible to receive taxspot deductible legitimately decreaseIfyour from previous year you may contributions. youtax areliability an officer ofaan NPO, or a financial be able to obtain a refund or credit that can be applied to current or contributor to one, you might want to check the organization’s tax exempt future taxes, just don’t hold your breath for any interest due to you for status at the IRS website: https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/. your free loan to the government. NPO’s gain tax-exemption by applying for IRC Section 501(c)(3) status.
Amending your return often makes since when you are seeking to correct your filing status, under number of dependents, Benefits of being tax-exempt 501(c)(3) include: total income, tax deductions or tax credits. If the IRS corrected a math error on a 1. Exemption federal respond corporatetoincome taxes. previous return from you should the notice with any schedules or 2. Possible state income, and property forms neededexemption to addressfrom the issue but are sales not likely requiredtaxes. to submit an3.amended Ability toreturn. apply for grants and other public or private funding available only to IRS-recognized NPOs.
The 1040X is used amend arates. previously filed 1040, 1040A or 4. Form Discounts on US Postaltobulk-mail 1040-EZ. If the amended return of one tax year affects multiple years, 5. Contributions are tax-deductible by the donor. you will need to amend all the years affected. Use a separate 1040X for each year you need to amend. The 1040X must be paper filed. Once According to the IRS, the City of Orlando, FL has approximately 2,927 you paper file your amended return get ready to wait 8-12 weeks for the NPOs registered as eligible to receive tax deductible contributions. IRS to process the return.
Some examples of situations that would require an amended return include the following: 1. You made a mistake on your statusstatus – Although Common reasons NPOs lose their filing tax exempt include:you (1) changed failing “Single” after divorce,too if you taking toyour FileFacebook Form 990status for 3 to consecutive years,your (2) earning muchare income care unrelated of a dependent child home you are may becampaigning, able to file asand “Head from activities, (3)atparticipating in political (4) of Household,” which canexcessively. provide you with a higher standard deduction benefiting board members and more favorable tax brackets. 2. You erroneously claimed/failed totax claim a dependent – Custody The loss of IRS tax-exemptions can create problems for the organization agreements and Form 8332 candonors help you and its contributors. For example, to a with NPO properly would no claiming longer be a dependent when appropriate divorce. able to itemize deductions for after their acontributions. In addition, the NPO 3. You overlooked tax deductions you were toand takeinterest. or took would be subject to federal corporate income taxes,entitled penalties deductions you shouldn’t have taken. 4. You underreported income that should have been reported. Retroactively reinstating NPO status can be a confusing process. Form 1023 5. You claimed a deduction for your property taxes in the year you is commonly used for reinstatement and is 26 pages in length. It requires received the bill, but actually paid the taxes in the subsequent year. The numerous attachments/statements from the NPO’s Board of Directors and deduction for property taxes paid is allowed in the year paid. financial statement information. n 6. You are married and originally filed as Married Filing Separately (MFS) but subsequently realized you could save taxes if you amended the return by filing as Married Filing Jointly (MFJ) -Note: You cannot Herring CPA’sMFJ and Consultants go from to MFS.are prepared to help you through the process of reinstating your tax-exempt status if necessary. If you feel your organization has lost (or isand in danger losing)to 7. You converted a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA nowofwant itsre-characterize tax exemption andthe would like conversion a free consultation, call usin 407-647-7777. are Roth dueplease to a drop the marketWevalue also available if you are currently operating as an NPO and need help with your annual filing of investments in the account.
However, another 1,551 NPOs in Orlando lost their tax-exempt status in the last 5 years. Amended returns present amounts you amend in a three column format. requirements.
Column A presents amounts as originally filed, Column B presents increases or decreases that need to made relative to the amended return while Column C presents the result of the increases or decreases to Column A.
The IRS allows you a 3-year window relative to filing an amended return. If you feel you need to file an amended return and would like a free consultation, please call or e-mail Herring CPA and Consultants at 407-647-7777 or info@herringcpa.com.■
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: CATHERINE JANE and focus on each individual’s needs. We use the Eden philosophy as our guideline.
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ast month we featured Catherine Jane, owner of Lake Hendon Estate Assisted Living facility!
What makes your business unique? Our facility caters to the elders that have an upscale taste but who still need assistance with daily activities. If you think you know luxury assisted living think again! My home truly offers the resident the same luxury they would have at their own home. This makes it easier for them to feel comfortable leaving their previous environment. As our loved ones age, we understand and are fully trained to care for limited mental health individuals, memory care, dementia, Alzheimer’s, and a home where your loved one can age in place with hospice care. Can you describe the “Culture” and “philosophy” with your business? Our culture is to provide kind, caring, and nurturing. To ensure independence, dignity,
Why did you choose the Nona area? As my beautiful home was built it was still a rural area with a two-lane road and orange groves. Now that Narcoossee Road has developed over the years the “Nona” area has grown into us. My business idea to convert my home into a assisted living facility made it the perfect environment to share within the community. Can you tell the readers a little about your company? What services do you offer? Lake Hendon Assisted Living provides the resident with compassionate care and dignity. It is place I would be proud to have my own parents reside when the time comes.
Why should/would a resident from Lake Nona use your company? Life is busy and it would be great to take care of our own loved ones at home, but
in reality, it is a difficult task when time is already stretched thin. Having a private assisted living facility close by allows for the comfort of knowing your loved one is nearby and being loved. Lake Hendon Estate offers accessibility for families to visit and to know their loved one is in a place with high standards and care. It is also very close to Medical City for any special medical needs that can’t be met at my facility. As a woman business owner, any advice for another woman? Know your passion and go for it! Anything else you would like me to mention or highlight? Besides our commitment to excellent kind compassionate care and upmost safety of our residents, we truly offer luxury. Lake Hendon Estate Assisted Living is situated on five acers with lake front on private spring fed Lake Hendon. Each bedroom is private with ensuite and only accommodates 6 residents which allows for individual needs to be meet without getting lost, as can happen in a larger facility. Not to forget the beautiful views of WKH ODNH DQG QDWXUH DERXQG Ŷ Lake Hendon Estate Assisted Living http://lakehendonestate.com/ 407-891-2220
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IS YOUR FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT $24,000 RENT? ORGANIZATION TAX EXEMPT? By Jeanine Corcoran, Real Estate Broker By Jason Flowers MBA, CFA, EA, CPA
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an I afford to buy?” The real question to ask is “Can I afford toorganizations continue renting?” renters don’t ot-for-profit (NPOs) Most are not always recognized of money they to pay over tax a period byrealize the IRSthe asamount tax exempt and eligible receive deductible of several years. AnIf average of $2,000 month a contributions. you are rent an officer of anaNPO, or over a financial contributor to one, and you might want to check the organization’s tax exempt year is $24,000 over 10 years is $240,000! Let’s look at status at the IRS website: https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/. how much house you can purchase in Lake Nona for $2,000 a month. NPO’s gain tax-exemption by applying for IRC Section 501(c)(3) status.
$330,000 Purchaseunder Price Benefits of being tax-exempt 501(c)(3) include: $12,250 3 5% Down payment 1. Exemption from federal corporate income taxes. $318,450 Loan Amount 2. Possible exemption from state income, sales and property taxes. 3. Ability to apply for grants and other public or private funding available $1,575.92 Principal & Interest (4.3% int) only to IRS-recognized NPOs. $375 $4,500 yearly taxes 4. Discounts on US Postal bulk-mail rates. $80.00 Insurance 5. Contributions are tax-deductible by the donor. $2,030.92
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According to the IRS, the City of Orlando, FL has approximately 2,927 NPOs eligible to receive for tax buyers deductible contributions. There registered are manyasprograms available today including However, another 1,551 NPOs in Orlando lost their tax-exempt status in programs for Teachers, Medical Professionals, Police Officers, the last 5 years.
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Military and Firefighters. Also, there are county bond programs and statereasons programs help Even ourinclude: company offers Common NPOs to lose theirbuyers. tax exempt status (1) failing Corcoran Programyears, that works in coordination with tothe File Form 990Buyer’s for 3 consecutive (2) earning too much income theseunrelated programs to help buyers even more. campaigning, When considering from activities, (3) participating in political and (4) benefiting board excessively. purchasing a members new home or a resale home, it’s important to have a Real Estate Professional and a Mortgage Professional to The loss of IRS create problems for the organization represent youtax-exemptions and help youcanget the tax most for your money. Don’t and its contributors. For example, donors to a NPO would no longer be do it alone! able to itemize deductions for their contributions. In addition, the NPO would be subject to federal corporate income taxes, penalties and interest.
Seriously consider the money you are paying when renting Retroactively reinstating NPO status can beyour a confusing process. Form 1023 versus paying a mortgage—paying own mortgage or paying issomeone commonlyelse’s used for reinstatement andinterest is 26 pages in length. It requires mortgage. With rates still historically numerous from the and low on aattachments/statements 30-year fixed mortgage, whyNPO’s rent?Board NowofisDirectors a great time financial statement information. n to buy. Jeanine Corcoran is the Broker and toOwner of through The Corcoran Connection, Herring CPA’s and Consultants are prepared help you the process of reinstatingLLC your – A Real Estate Property Management Company. Jeanine has been tax-exempt status ifand necessary. If you feel your organization has lost (or is in danger of helping losing) with their needs since 2005. Jeanine Barbara Corcoran’s itsfamilies tax exemption and Real wouldEstate like a free consultation, please call us is407-647-7777. We are sister from ABC’s SHARK TANK. Jeanine at with 407.922.3308, email also available if you are currently operating as ancan NPObe andreached need help your annual filing her at JeanineCorcoran@gmail.com, or visit TheCorcoranConnection.com. requirements.
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: KISSELBACK FORD
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS, THE ACOSTA FAMILY major supporter Kisselback Ford! Kisselback Ford, (Bobby Kisselback) has supported our magazines for the past year and really help me bring the publications to you! The following is a conversation with Bobby Kisselback:
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e recently featured 2 women managers from Kisselback Ford just down the road in Saint Cloud.
Why is the Kisselback buying experience different and better for woman and their families? are yourwomen names?want Michael, Liza, WeWhat understand to feel Michael, Arianna, and Kayla Acosta. comfortable when purchasing or leasing their new vehicle. We are here to share Do you have any pets? Juelsz the Yorkie and information and demonstrate vehicles they Lexxii the Havachon. favor. Most families today both parents work. WeWhen understand schedule with did youyour movehectic to Harmony? May 31st kids, school activities, grocery shopping and 2016. your career; it’s hard to set time aside to buy a new vehicle. Kisselback Ford adopted a What street do you live on? On has Habitat Drive. pricing structure to save you time and money. love most about Harmony? NoWhat need do to you waste time “haggling.” Our What is there not to love! Team I’ve never in a Women Management havelived a combined community like this. There is everything to do experience of over 30 years Sales and Service. right here which I feel makes Harmony stand out so much more than any other community! Kim Hilley My neighbors are the greatest! It’s overall the Sales bestManager decision we could have ever made.
Kisselback Ford 407-729-8269 cell What are your kids’ favorite things about 407-892-2141 office Harmony? Go nuts! Lol. They love that they could just go outside and not really have to
aboutisanything. They go to the pool, Theworry following a previous interview with theyKisselback go on long from bike rides, and they hang out Bobby Kisselback Ford. This their friends. waswith originally published last summer. Where did you move from? We moved from This month we spotlight our friends and
I know you support many local charities and organizations, are there any you care to mention or discuss? We pride ourselves on our ability to give back to the community. We are able to help many organizations throughout the years but our primary focus is with the Education have been there for my family in many ways Poconos Pennsylvania (while our home here What makes your dealership unique? Foundation, the local schools and breast without being asked. in Harmony was being built), but originally Critically Important is our team’s appreciation cancer. It’s also a family affair. My wife from New York. that the customer chose us. There are so many Are Sherri and our lab Joie (therapy there any recommendations for dog) other spend a choices to buy and or service a vehicle in lot of time at Nemours and at the Edgewood neighbors? Just come on and live in Harmony, What do you miss most? Our family back today’s market. We truly that we you won’t it. home, but that seems to beappreciate changing because boys andregret girls ranch. Joie is a comfort to were provided opportunity and I believe they all want toan move down to Florida now it many, many kids. I am also proud to say that What do you do fora fun? Besides bike riding islol. clearly noticed by the guest. we just started Facebook program where we and working just spending myor her will honor out, a Veteran monthlytime andwith in his What is your background? I am Puerto Can you describe the “Culture” at the Rican loved nameones. donate monies monthly to Hero’s and and West Indian, and my wife is Puerto Rican dealership? Horses. Trinidadian. Iand think we are relaxed, we pride ourselves on What is the last movie you saw in theaters? Fifty Shades Darker (Valentine’s Day date our team members being “nice” people and Anything Else youallwould like lol me to mention or night with the Mrs. her idea) What is a good story about Harmony? My every customer leaves with a thank you). “Be highlight? wife ended up in the hospital only a few real, be nice sayhere. thank you” I look forward to coming to work day. Who is your role model and why? My every Dad. He months after and being A the few friends The sales team knows their stuff and works was always pushing me to stay focused and do we just recently made step up in such a way Can tell us a little on day the can’t wellwith together. Our and parts teams good my life. HeService said I made him proud that you my wife and I untilhistory this very dealership? when I joined the United States Marine Corps. seem to thank enough. We had neighbors are exceptional. I would put our technicians It up saddened around long bring us cooked groceries because We purchased themeals, dealership in June of againstme anythat in he thewasn’t industry. They are well enough see work that I served my country and my wife couldn’t to the supermarket, 2011, 5 years now.make Saintit Cloud was simply trainedtoand really hard every day. constantly checking up was. on her andthat the kids where the opportunity With said,all then later on served my City of New York as a while I worked. To me this community it has been a great location. The peopleisinjust Detective Lastly, afor lotthe of NYPD. our growth over the years has a good story overall. the community have been wonderful and come from customer referrals. People are What is your favorite TV Show? Sons of welcoming. The market and the surrounding talking (even well about either faceairs to on face or Anarchy thoughus, it no longer What is unusual or unique about Harmony, in area is growing at a rate that exceeds many by way of the 100’s of reviews that they are TV). comparison to your previous home? All the other areas throughout Florida. posting on the Internet. It’s awesome. fun activities. From the adult meet and greets Thanks Bobby What else again shouldtowe know Kisselback about you orand your to luau’s to just overall fun. I know numerous people who have bought Kisselback for helping us bring family? We areFord a bunch of jokesters who you just the numerous Ford’s at your dealership forIt What is your favorite weekend activity? like to have fun. My wife loves to cook, she publication. actually depends ondo what are in the generations. What youwe attribute thatmood use to cater back home and wants to open a restaurant. She cooks it all from Spanish for. It can be going to Disney or just enjoying small degree of loyalty? Kisselback Ford tohttp://www.kisselbackford.com/ American to soul food. My family is my a day at the pool. Our people. Loyalty is always about the people. I believe that our customers remember HYHU\WKLQJ Ŷ 1118 13th Street Is there neighbor experience and like ahow they were treatedyou are most St. Cloud Florida 34769 proud of? Just knowing that my neighbors 407-892-KISS (5477)
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n 2006, 8-year-old Franchesca Bell-Pasquarella walked into a local inline speed skating practice and wanted to try it. Getting the proper ot-for-profit organizations always equipment together, she began to(NPOs) embarkare on not a career thatrecognized would byfurther the IRS as she tax could exempteven andimagine eligible at to such receive tax deductible take her than a young age.
Winter Olympic Games, for Short Track or Long Track Common reasons Who NPOsknows, lose their tax exempt status include: (1) failing Speed Skating. towith File her Formdedication, 990 for 3 consecutive years, (2) earning too much income talent and unrelated determination, she (3) could contributions. If you are an officer of an NPO, or a financial from activities, participating in political campaigning, and (4) As the years progressed shewant skated withthe Olympians Brittany Bowe, benefiting be a skater in members America excessively. who contributor to one, you might to check organization’s tax exempt board Joey Mantia (both from Ocala, FL) Short Track Olympian Emily Scott could win a bid on both status at the IRS website: https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/. (now a resident of Saint Could, FL) and her local friend and Olympic The teams. loss of IRS tax-exemptions can create tax problems for the organization Hopeful, Briana Kramer (born in Orlando, but now calls Harmony her NPO’s gain tax-exemption by applying for IRC Section 501(c)(3) status. and its contributors. example, donors to a NPO would no longer be FL home). Franchesca has Foralready able to itemize deductions represented the USA on for the their contributions. In addition, the NPO Benefits being tax-exempt 501(c)(3) be subject to federal corporate income taxes, penalties and interest. Skating of with these greats, under and with someinclude: incredible coaching from would ice during Jr. World events Jaime Anderson, Greg Daily, Doug Deboy, Renee Hildebrand, Jorge overseas, and is well on her 1. Exemption from federal corporate income taxes. Botero, and her mom Stephanie Pasquarella, Franchesca way to morereinstating World Team and NPO status can be a confusing process. Form 1023 2. Possible exemption from state income, sales and property taxes.would Retroactively soon find herself bringing home medals from national and world isWorld Cup team commonly used spots. for reinstatement and is 26 pages in length. It requires 3. Ability to apply grants and other public private available championships for for inline speed skating. Inorfact she funding has been to the numerous attachments/statements from the NPO’s Board of Directors and to IRS-recognized NPOs. worldonly championships 4 times and has a collection of Gold, Silver and financial Franchesca finds herself n statement information. Bronze medalson to US show for her efforts.rates. She has won the indoor national right at home in Salt Lake 4. Discounts Postal bulk-mail championships 5 times and has 20 outdoor national wins in various City with many of the same 5. Contributions are tax-deductible by the donor. races. skaters that she trained Franchesca Bell Pasquarella and raced right are here in to help you through the process of reinstating your Herring CPA’s andwith Consultants prepared According to the IRS,this, the Franchesca’s City of Orlando, FL has approximately In the midst of all dream of Olympic glory2,927 grew tax-exempt Central Florida. Brittany Bowe andorganization Joey Mantia onlosing) their status if necessary. If you feel your has lostare (or isworking in danger of NPOs eligibleShort to receive tax deductible deeper.registered She beganas adding Track speed skating tocontributions. her training itssecond spot on Olympic while Briana Kramer is trying for tax exemption and the would like a freeTeam, consultation, please call us 407-647-7777. We are and competition up.NPOs Coached here locally by Doug Deboy, it was heravailable first right with operating Franchesca. However, another line 1,551 in Orlando lost their tax-exempt status in also if youalong are currently as an NPO and need help with your annual filing evident Franchesca had talent on ice as well as the wood and road requirements. the last 5that years. that she skates inlines on. Be sure to catch Franchesca’s Olympic Trial races this December and January. Keep an eye on NBC for times and dates when you can watch Through a lot of hard work and tough decisions, Franchesca has made all the Short Track and Long Track Speed Skating Olympic Trial events. the move to Salt Lake City, Utah where she is now training for the 2018
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