The following is an overview of some of the tax news and legislative proposals discussed or introduced over the past several weeks.

If you have not already done so, please plan to make your third quarter estimated tax payment. The due date is Monday, September 16th.

Wow! This is tax stuff everyone should know, but rarely thinks about. And often the start of lowering tax is knowing these tidbits, so you can manage your experience with the taxes you pay.

Here's a look at the protections that banks and credit unions usually provide to their customers - and which situations where you'll likely be on your own.