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Written by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, these consumer-oriented articles are distributed frequently to newspapers and radio and TV stations across the state. To receive these articles electronically, e-mail Director of Communications Amy Welch.

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November 2008
Legal Documents You Need To Have
Making the Most of College Tax Breaks
Making the Most of Student Loans

October 2008
Great Ideas for Cutting Your Heating Bills
Don’t Be a Victim of Consumer Fraud
Be Prepared Financially For a Death in the Family
Be Prepared For a Disaster

September 2008
Creating Your Small Business Exit Strategy
Entering the International Markets
Family Businesses Face Common Challenges
Writing a Plan for a Successful Business

August 2008
How Long Should You Retain Financial Records?
Understanding Mutual Fund Fees
When Should You Begin Taking Social Security Payments?
Understanding Mutual Fund Fees
How to Protect Your Financial Privacy

July 2008
Go Back-to-School without Going Broke
Smart Steps to Repair Your Credit Score
Is Your Credit Score Costing You Money?
Smart Tips for Getting a Raise

June 2008
Tackling Money Concerns in Remarriage
Finances for Two: Newlyweds and Money
Avoid Money Mishaps When Children Move Back Into the Nest
Money-Wise Advice for New Grads

May 2008
Don’t Let Your Teen Get Caught In a Credit Crunch
Experts Say Start Early to Raise Money-Smart Children
How to Avoid Scams When Searching For Scholarships

April 2008
Protect Your Child Against Identity Theft
Five Ways to Save On Energy Costs
Oops! Made a Tax Return Mistake? Answers to Questions about Filing Amendments
Procrastinators Take Heart -- File a Tax Extension

March 2008
Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans
Tips for First-Time Home Buyers
Tax Tips for Members of the Military
Best Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
CPAs Answer Tax Time FAQs

February 2008
Five Signs Your Finances Are In Trouble
Protect Yourself from Tax Preparer Fraud
No Sweat Tax-filing Tips
Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans
Financial Advice for the “Sandwich Generation”
Oklahoma CPAs Suggest Alternatives to Traditional Valentine's Day Gifts
Minimize Your Health Care Costs

January 2008
Why You Can’t Afford To Overlook Tax Credits
Business Deductions Offer a Chance for Lower Taxes
Tax-Smart Retirement Planning
Sure Steps to Achieve Financial Goals
Ring In the New Year with These Financial Resolutions
Three Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft.

December 2007
Long Term Care Insurance: What You Need to Know
Business Gift-giving: What's Deductible and What's Not?
Ice Storm Brings Emergency Fund Reminder