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Property taxes can be extraordinarily expensive, especially with Long Island’s high tax rates compared to the rest of New York. While property taxes are needed to pay for services, and it is fair that they are charged to residents, you should never be expected to pay more than your fair share of taxes. So, how do you challenge your tax bill and save money?

In this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, Hilary interviews Jeff Gold, Managing Partner at Gold Benes, LLP.

Jeff's Background

Jeff is a graduate of the State University at Binghamton and Fordham Law School. He is the managing partner of Gold Benes, LLP, a 12-attorney law firm in Bellmore New York. Jeff is a former member of The Nassau County Board of Assessors, as well as a former Commissioner of the Nassau County Civil Service Commission. For the past 17 years, Jeff has lectured across the County on a wide variety of subjects related to assessment, reassessment and tax grievance issues.  He is the Founder and Administrator of one of Nassau County’s largest and most influential Facebook groups ­ Nassau Grieve Your Tax Assessment Free ­ where he answers assessment and grievance related questions for the group’s nearly 25,000 members.

About the Interview

Jeff will discuss the countywide reassessment. He will talk about the need for reassessment and its purpose.  Jeff will also explain why residents should grieve their tax assessment this year, even if they think the County has accurately assessed their property. In addition, he will show how simple it is to file on your own.  Also, Jeff will speak about the class action lawsuit filed against the County, and his 25,000 member Facebook group.

About Gold Benes, LLP

Gold Benes, LLP is a full service Bellmore based law practice.  The firm has become well known for handling Nassau County tax grievances for a flat rate of $250 rather than taking a percentage of any reduction received. To contact Jeff or learn more about Gold Benes, LLP visit www.goldbenes.com.

Data breaches happen almost every day. And yet, very few of us know how to protect ourselves from malware, randomware and other internet data breaches. How to Protect Yourself from a Data Breach is the topic for this week’s episode of Hilary Topper on Air.

Karl’s Background

Karl Kispert is a principal at Grassi & Co, the 68th largest accounting firm in the United States. Grassi & Co. is a premier professional service organization specializing in auditing, tax, technology and business consulting services. Grassi & Co. has offices in New York City, Long Island, White Plains, NY and Park Ridge, NJ. They also have offices around the world through their association with Moore Stephens International.

Karl’s role is the principal of the Cyber and Information Security Practice at the firm. He has more than 28 years experience managing and delivering information risk management, internal audit, regulatory and compliance programs, information security and technology risk management projects. His experience spans across many industry verticals for both domestic and international clients.

About the Interview

As you listen to Hilary Topper on Air, Karl will discuss how a breach occurs. He will also talk about how often they occur and why some of these breaches matter to all of us. In addition, Karl will give us some interesting facts on cyber security. And we’ll learn how we can protect ourselves from malware, ransomware and more!

Listen in and learn how you can protect yourself!

You can find out more about Grassi & Co. by going to their website at www.grassicpas.com.

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It’s tax season and instead of getting a return you owe a large sum of money to the government! What do you do? How can you settle your tax debts with the IRS or NYS tax department?

In this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, Hilary interviews Terence Smolev, who serves as Counsel at Berkman Henoch Peterson Peddy & Fenchel, PC – a New York law firm advising and representing institutional, corporate, municipal and individual clients with more than 90 years of combined experience in tax litigation.

It’s tax season and instead of getting a return you owe a large sum of money to the government! What do you do? How can you settle your tax debts with the IRS or NYS tax department? In this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, Hilary Terence Smolev, who serves as Counsel at Berkman Henoch Peterson Peddy & Fenchel, PC - a New York law firm advising and representing institutional, corporate, municipal and individual clients with more than 90 years of combined experience in tax litigation. Terry will discuss tax

It’s tax season and instead of getting a return you owe a large sum of money to the government! What do you do? How can you settle your tax debts with the IRS or NYS tax department?

In this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, Hilary interviews Terence Smolev, who serves as Counsel at Berkman Henoch Peterson Peddy & Fenchel, PC – a New York law firm advising and representing institutional, corporate, municipal and individual clients with more than 90 years of combined experience in tax litigation.

Terry’s Background

Terry has been practicing Tax Trusts and Estate law since 1970. As an accountant and attorney, he started his practice with the accounting firm, Peat Marwick Mitchell & Co (now KPMG) in 1969. For many years he has also represented special education students and acted as a Hearing officer in special education matters.

Terry has a long history of involvement in tax matters. He has been a member of the Internal Revenue Service Commissioner’s Small Business Advisory Committee. In addition he has taught as an Adjunct Professor at Hofstra University teaching all areas of law in the Business School and Estate Planning in the Law School. He currently lectures at the Washington College of Law of the American University about Criminal Tax Fraud.

Terry served as Counsel to The North Merrick UFSD for many years, was the President of the Board of Directors of the Hamlet community in Jericho, New York, long time member of the Board of Trustees of Hofstra University, and a member of the Board of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. In addition, he serves on the Board of the Gurwin Jewish Health Care Foundation, the Board of Directors of the New York City Police Museum as Vice Chair and Counsel, and the American University Washington College of Law Dean’s Advisory Committee.

About the Interview

Terry will discuss tax controversies and audits. He will also talk about the kind of trouble people can get into, offers in compromise, installment agreements, civil and criminal penalties and more. In addition, hear about infamous tax cheats!

About Berkman Henoch Peterson Peddy & Fenchel, PC

Delivering superior legal services and personal attention to clients large and small, Berkman Henoch Peterson Peddy & Fenchel, PC is a New York law firm advising and representing institutional, corporate, municipal and individual clients. Their knowledgeable attorneys possess skilled experience in all tax-related matters including:

• Business Organization and Operation
• Tax Controversies / Audits
• Tax Certiorari
• Estate and Gift Planning
• Estate and Trust Taxation
• Not-for-Profit Creation and Operation

To contact Terry or learn more about Berkman Henoch Peterson Peddy & Fenchel, PC visit https://www.bhpp.com/.

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Are you a new or seasoned runner, cyclist or swimmer? Do you have a coach or are you thinking about hiring one? Wonder if it’s worth the investment?

In this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, Hilary interviews Tim Delss, Owner and Head Triathlon Coach at CB Multisport.

Tim's Background

Tim has been competing in organized sports since he was 5-years-old. Starting in team sports and eventually moving into endurance sports, Tim was first a runner and then progressed into triathlons. His first triathlon was the 2010 Savageman 70.0, rated "The Hardest Triathlon on Earth" by Triathlete Magazine. Since completing his first race he’s immersed himself in the triathlon community as an athlete, volunteer and coach. He served as the Training Coordinator for the Mid Maryland Triathlon Club for the 2012, 2013 and 2015 seasons. For the 2016 season, he was the Vice President and the Club's President for the 2017 and 2018 seasons. Additionally, Tim was the IRONMAN Head Coach for IRONMAN Maryland in 2018, as well as, led their First Timers Program for the 2017 and 2018 seasons.

About the Interview

During this interview, Tim discusses how to get the most out of your endurance sports lifestyle. Whether your goal is to tackle a new distance or event, he talks about how you can improve by training consistently and intelligently, as well as, how a coach can help you achieve your goals. He also talks about why he coaches, why someone should hire a coach, how someone can improve if they can’t hire a coach, and more!

About CB Multisport

CB Multisport offers personalized endurance sports coaching for athletes of all levels. Whether your goal is to run your first 5k or race at an elite level, we will create a training plan that fits your life and your goals to help you become a smarter, stronger, faster you. To contact Coach Tim or CB Multisport visit: http://www.cbmultisport.com/.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of Tim's interview!

Are you a parent? Do you worry about how to help your child get ahead and succeed in today’s fast-paced world? The latest findings from the Pew Research Center have the US in 38th place out of 71 countries when it comes to math scores and 24th place when it comes to science. And in 1990, the US ranked sixth in the world for its levels of education and health — 21 spots ahead of where it is today.

In this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, Hilary interviews Ben Parris, Owner of Ben Parris Tutoring. Ben is a New York State-certified award-winning educator. He is also a community outreach instructor and media trainer for NASA. With a background in business, science and English, he has done formal k-12 and corporate training for decades as well as informal education in the museum field and for the Walt Disney Company. He has worked with the National Science Advisor, BNL Director, top science challenge coaches, and top urban planners. As a Long Island community leader, he has planned, approved, and supervised additions to Museum Row, including the restoration of Nunley’s Carousel.

Hear from Ben on how to keep your child competitive in a changing world. Being competitive should never be about a fanatical need to win, but rather a character-driven, sustained drive to find a successful and comfortable life in a world moving at the speed of technology. It requires a skillset and a mindset that can be learned and needs to be learned in place of the bewildering and distracting environment that our children find themselves in, which can sink even the most promising young minds. Others are preparing themselves this way and you can’t afford not to.

Ben will discuss how education has been changing in recent years, what the consequences of those changes are, what can be done to correct the problems and keep pace with this changing landscape, and more!

To contact Ben or learn more about Ben Parris Tutoring, visit https://www.benparris.com/tutoring/.

Looking for your next race? Then you don’t want to miss this interview with Tony Sylor, Team Director of Once Again Racing & President/Founder of Sam Patch Promotions, Inc.  Hear about the Once Again Racing Team presented by Once Again Nut Butter and the races they participate in. Learn more about gravel races – what they are, what to expect and how to participate. If you’re an athlete looking for a challenge, then don’t miss this episode of Hilary Topper On Air! 

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When was the last time you had a good night’s sleep? One that fueled your day ahead and made you reach your full potential? Can’t recall?

In to this episode of Hilary Topper On Air Hilary interviews, Brooks Branch, CEO of Sleep Club or JoinSleepClub.com.

Brooks’ Background

Brooks Branch, CEO of Sleep Club, is an award-winning creative visionary, who, along with his company Incubrand, specializes in launching global entertainment ventures involving film, new media, merchandising and other interactive touch-points. His previous company Creative Branding Group provided intellectual property development, trend predictions, multi-media entertainment and branding leadership to high profile companies. A rare mix of creative talent and business savvy, Brooks has a genuine ability to generate radical ideas involving a wide variety of visible partners and carry them through to fruition. Most often these projects involve broad strategizing as well as packaging and launching various new brands, studios, networks, record companies and even fashion houses in creative ways that optimize cache, build trust and generate new revenue streams.

About the Interview

We live in a time where we cram more and more into a day and stress seems to be boiling over. Sleep is a simple way to get a handle on it which is why Sleep Club was created – so you can finally get a good night’s sleep!

About Sleep Club

Sleep Club offers original content, curated resources, and products celebrating what can be achieved with a good night’s sleep. Learn how sleep impacts every aspect of your life and some of Sleep Club’s favorite products that keep you sleeping well, waking up refreshed and ready to go. If you want to finally get a good night’s sleep in order to wake up and live an energized, healthy life, then this episode is for you!

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