TAX TIPS: Yes, the credit per mile on your auto business use is going DOWN, as gas prices go up. If you aren’t keeping a log, go back and print out your appointment book from last year. This is one area the IRS is going to look very hard at, according to Mr. Norman Marks, my CFO-tax preparer to the stars.
Norman is currently booking appointments for your tax filing needs, and all MYCARLADY clients get a discount. Basic returns are $99.00- He does corporate returns and has a CPA/ enrolled agent in his office for “special circumstances”. Private and Confidential.
Call NORMAN if you want to discuss how he keeps me out of tax trouble. 702-334-0431 use the secret code: MYCARLADY!
New DMV “LIVE” ALERT!
DMV new insurance update in line.The new Nevada “LIVE” online system was supposed to help the state manage registered vehicles without insurance, aka: uninsured drivers. However, the insurance companies haven’t been able to access the system 24/7 and many law-abiding citizens have gotten letters that they are subject to a $250.00 fee for lack of insurance. This can be caused by switching carriers or late renewals or simple computer software glitches.
SO, protect yourself.
Go online to http://www.dmvnv.com and check to see if your car (get your registration out) is up-to-date with the insurance carrier listed on the DMV website. If not, make the change or call your agent. The DMV’s new commissioner is holding up future letters for 90 days while they attempt to catch up, but be proactive.
Also, if you sold a car private party and DID NOT SWAP the plates to another vehicle or retire them to DMV, go online to this same website and tell DMV. This gets you off the hook for any potential trouble, ESPECIALLY if you left the plates on the sold car. You can keep the plate for up to 6 mos, should you want to use it again, but letting DMV know the car is sold, will keep you in the clear.
Trade-ins to dealers don’t count.
SMOGs are required on cars over 2 years of age.
NOTE: DMV has a special hotline for family members or doctors to report concerns regarding elderly drivers abilities behind the wheel. It’s confidential and could save a life, maybe yours!
Dear sarah lee,
Can you believe it’s the last week of January already?
My resolutions fly by.
This newsletter is packed with great news, some discounts and freebies and helpful tips for building your business through my business.
So without further ado, read on and call me whenever anything concerning your car, friends, family member or business associate’s vehicle comes up in conversation.
702-521-7546 Advice is ALWAYS FREE with MYCARLADY!
USED CAR SPECIALS:These are a few of the cars I have available for sale.
This Unique 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet with only 90k miles. Private Party Sale NO TAX asking only $17999.00
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 60k miles Black/black. AWD
2004 Hummer H2Harley Davidson Orange only 15500 miles. 4wd
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee LimitedHemi 2wd 87,000 miles
2002 Mercedes SL500 Hardtop/Soft-top Convertible Automatic White/tan low miles
2006 Ford Mustang Shelby GT Black/Silver Auto. RARE car only 32k miles
2008 VW Beetle Coupe Beige, Automatic only 5100 miles
BUSINESS NETWORKING 101. If you want to grow your business, REFERRALS are the key. An investment in time mixed with other business owners can reap huge rewards especially when you have friends like me shouting accolades about you and your business, products and services, as you have done for me these past 15+ years.
SO, if you would like to be my guest at one of the MANY networking breakfast, lunch or happy hours I regularly attend, all you have to do is call me or email and I’ll get you rolling.
Social media, online FB, Twitter and Linkedin may sound time-expensive, but the secret is in being an information resource, mentor, “yentah” or the new buzz word of 2011: TRUST AGENT. (book by Chris Brogan)
SUBSCRIBE to Nancy’s Newsletter: a FREE email weekly list of all the “HOT” networking events in town, many are free.
Contact Nancy Mehta at nmehta@cartridgeworldusa.comand put “NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE” in the subject line. And remember: REFILL, don’t landfill… if you aren’t buying your inkjet, toner, fax and cash register supplies from Nancy, you are wasting money ;-)(btw-she fixes that stuff too!)
HOT CARS and NO INVENTORY.It seems a shame that the hottest cars around are in short supply when factories are not at full capacity, but such is the case with Hyundai, KIA, some Jeep, Toyota and Chevy product. Blame the parts suppliers, so say the car factories. However, the suppliers have legit concerns.After having several of the major auto manufacturers’ return or fail to pay for parts ordered that never made it into a car, and the BK reorg of GM and Chrysler, suppliers want payment of 50% upfront before they commit to increase production. Given the 120 day turnaround from demand to car dealer delivery (sold unit), the current banking system will not lend 100% on future order contracts, so the turn and earn cash flow is keeping dealer lots empty. This has also caused a dramatic reduction in rebates and pricing discounts.The old way of selling cars was to push demand through heavy discounts, the new way is to drive demand by making better product and less of it. This may backfire on the auto makers and the economy. Consumers can easily justify not buying when the car they want isn’t there at the price they perceive to be reasonable, or they switch brand/model because availability and price trump loyalty.
Expect used car prices to remain at the current (HIGH) levels through April, with the exception of luxury sedans and BIG SUV GAS guzzlers. According to AOL autos, consumers are already showing sensitivity to MPG in their car shopping research.If you want a PRIUS, HONDA CIVIC, CHEVY VOLT, NISSAN LEAF or Fisker Karma, act now or pay more in the Spring.
What’s my BEST NEW CAR BUY for 2011?Toyota Corolla, Kia Forte, Honda FIT in SMALL SEDANS.
Price to Value rebates and low interest rates make these 3 very close, so style, comfort and color will be your deciding breakers.
MIDSIZE SEDAN? KIA OPTIMA, Hyundai Sonata (but I am squeamish on the Hyundai service departments in town, so call me for off the grid service centers that can honor the warranty. Camry and Accord are now aggressively discounting and offering free maintenance for 2 years to narrow the price-value difference.
SUV? KIA SORENTO and SPORTAGE so beat the others in style, value and performance, it’s not close. Hyundai restyled the Tucson in 2010 and the Santa Fe gets a makeover next year, but my same service issues apply. Call me to arrange a NO HASSLE, NO PRESSURE test drive at your convenience. 702-521-7546
Save 25%Did you know I offer Fleet Management Services to companies that need help tracking and caring for their trucks on the road? YUP. I don’t fix them, but will handle all the paperwork and process to keep those cars and trucks running so you can run your business. I have access to shops for Saturday and on-site service, at DISCOUNTED prices. If you know of a firm that has downsized their staff to the point of needing outsourced assistance, please pass along my name and number.
We will both be heros to your friends, family and business associates.
IMAGINE payments as low as $200.00 a month OAC.
Dealers and Private sellers use MYCARLADY’S Sarah Lee to help make YOUR car buying process easy by offering special prices to her clients and great trade-in values along with a No Hassle, No Haggle dealing.
If you need financing, I can help. So take a look at this sweet ride and call me today to arrange a test drive at your convenience. 702-788-3868
USED CAR AUTO PRODUCT WARRANTIES Available up to another 100k miles and 5 years for under $1500.00 call 702-788-3868 or email me sarahlee@mycarlady.com,mvides422@gmail.com,carlady@cox.net for more info.
WANT to see some other great MYCARLADY deals? CLICK HERE
DON’T SEE WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR… CALL me or email me and let me know and I’ll keep an eye out for you… sarahlee@mycarlady.com,mvides422@gmail.com,carlady@cox.net
If you need any car buying, selling, trading or financing assistance on any new or used vehicle, please do not hesitate to email me at sarahlee@mycarlady.com,mvides422@gmail.com,carlady@cox.net or give me a call; 702-521-7546 I’m here to help you with any of your automotive needs and advice is ALWAYS free.
Sarah Lee is an automotive executive with 22+ years of experience. She writes about Cars, and is a staunch consumer advocate on car related subjects.
Her company: MY CARLADY is a personal car consultant service committed to helping you buy your next car and understand how to get the best deal on your next new or pre-owned vehicle. You can reach her at sarahlee@mycarlady.com,mvides422@gmail.com,carlady@cox.net ]]>
