Welcome to First State CPAs & Associates

Full-Service Accounting, Tax Preparation, Tax Planning and Bookkeeping for Individuals and Businesses Nationwide

At First State CPAs, we make YOUR life less taxing!

First State CPAs & Associates specializes in providing first-rate business accounting, tax preparation, and advisory services. Our team of dedicated professionals has the experience, insight, and business acumen to identify the best accounting solutions and tax strategies for maximizing deductions and credits, as well as improving overall business performance.


First State CPAs, Dover DEWe specialize in bookkeeping, payroll, income tax return preparation, and retirement planning, and serve a nationwide clientele consisting of individuals and businesses of all types and sizes (LLC, partnerships, C & S Corporations), as well as trusts and estates. As financial problem solvers, we provide practical advice and proactive solutions with personalized service. We are affordable, experienced, and friendly, and we tirelessly study and research the ever-changing world of tax law and regulation so that we can help every client realize the greatest possible savings and return on investments. Our office is conveniently located in Dover, Delaware. Please contact us today to find out more about how we can make YOUR life less taxing!

Tax
Services

First State CPAs, Dover DE - Tax Services
A comprehensive approach to both business and personal taxes that leverages veteran expertise with a passion for client satisfaction.

Accounting
Services

First State CPAs, Dover DE - Accounting Services
An uncompromising commitment to the most reliable accounting techniques and practices for both individuals and businesses.

Software
Services

First State CPAs, Dover DE - Software Services
Installation, setup and training for all versions of Quickbooks from in-house Advanced Certified Quickbooks ProAdvisors.

Retirement
Planning

First State CPAs, Dover DE - Retirement Planning
Invaluable guidance from in-house Certified Retirement Counselors with investments, risk management, estate planning and more.

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We are smack dab in the middle of wedding season. For most people, walking down the aisle means some changes in tax filing. A few things to consider:

1. If you'll be changing your name, do it sooner rather than later. You want the process to be completed prior to any tax filing.
2. Be sure to let your employer and the IRS know about any address change.
3. Decide on any withholding changes. You can use the IRS' handy online calculator to decide how much you should withhold now that you're married. We're available to talk over how to make this choice as well, in light of your specific financial situation.
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Effective July 1, 2024, the Department of Labor has implemented a significant change to overtime rules for salaried workers. This update means potentially more employees in your small business could now be eligible for overtime pay. This is important, so don't push this one aside.

Previously, salaried workers making above a certain threshold were exempt from overtime pay. Now, that threshold has increased, meaning more employees qualify for overtime.

Before the update, salaried workers earning more than $35,568 annually (684 per week) were generally exempt from overtime. Now, that threshold has jumped to $43,888 per year (844 per week). This means employees making under this new limit may qualify for overtime if they work more than 40 hours a week.

(Note that the salary threshold jumps again on January 1, 2025 to around $58,656 annually.)
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How often do you review your financial statements?
A. Weekly
B. Monthly
C. Yearly
D. I have to review financial statements?
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First State CPAs
& Associates
18 S. State St,
Dover, DE 19901
 (302) 736-6657
Business Hours
January 1st April 15th
Monday–Friday:8am–5pm
Saturday & Sunday:closed
April 16th December 31st
Monday–Thursday:8am–5pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday:closed