The tax rules of renting out a vacation property
Summer is just around the corner. If you’re fortunate enough to own a vacation home, you may wonder about the tax consequences of renting...
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- Mar 22, 2022
- 3 min
The Ins and Outs of IRAs
Traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs have been around for decades and the rules surrounding them have changed many times. What hasn’t changed...
- Feb 9, 2022
- 2 min
Smooth sailing: Tips to speed processing and avoid hassles this tax season
The IRS began accepting 2021 individual tax returns on January 24. If you haven’t prepared yet for tax season, here are three quick tips...
- Dec 13, 2021
- 2 min
With year-end approaching, 3 ideas that may help cut your tax bill
If you’re starting to worry about your 2021 tax bill, there’s good news — you may still have time to reduce your liability. Here are...
- Dec 6, 2021
- 3 min
New digital asset reporting requirements will be imposed in coming years
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was signed into law on November 15, 2021. It includes new information reporting...
- Nov 29, 2021
- 2 min
Remember to use up your flexible spending account money
Do you have a tax-saving flexible spending account (FSA) with your employer to help pay for health or dependent care expenses? As the end...
- Nov 22, 2021
- 2 min
Feeling generous at year end? Strategies for donating to charity or gifting to loved ones
As we approach the holidays, many people plan to donate to their favorite charities or give money or assets to their loved ones. Here are...
- Nov 17, 2021
- 3 min
Factor in taxes if you’re relocating to another state in retirement
Are you considering a move to another state when you retire? Perhaps you want to relocate to an area where your loved ones live or where...
- Nov 4, 2021
- 3 min
Thinking about participating in your employer’s 401(k) plan? Here’s how it works
Employers offer 401(k) plans for many reasons, including to attract and retain talent. These plans help an employee accumulate a...
- Oct 26, 2021
- 3 min
You may owe “nanny tax” even if you don’t have a nanny
Have you heard of the “nanny tax?” Even if you don’t employ a nanny, it may apply to you. Hiring a house cleaner, gardener or other...
- Oct 26, 2021
- 3 min
Vacation home: How is your tax bill affected if you rent it out?
If you’re fortunate enough to own a vacation home, you may want to rent it out for part of the year. What are the tax consequences? The...
- Oct 19, 2021
- 3 min
Navigating the tax landscape when donating works of art to charity
If you own a valuable piece of art, or other property, you may wonder how much of a tax deduction you could get by donating it to...
- Sep 30, 2021
- 2 min
Is a Health Savings Account right for you?
Given the escalating cost of health care, there may be a more cost-effective way to pay for it. For eligible individuals, a Health...
- Sep 27, 2021
- 3 min
Selling a home: Will you owe tax on the profit?
Many homeowners across the country have seen their home values increase recently. According to the National Association of Realtors, the...
- Sep 20, 2021
- 3 min
Planning for year-end gifts with the gift tax annual exclusion
As we approach the holidays and the end of the year, many people may want to make gifts of cash or stock to their loved ones. By properly...
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
You can only claim a casualty loss tax deduction in certain situations
In recent weeks, some Americans have been victimized by hurricanes, severe storms, flooding, wildfires and other disasters. No matter...
- Aug 30, 2021
- 2 min
Scholarships are usually tax free but they may result in taxable income
If your child is fortunate enough to be awarded a scholarship, you may wonder about the tax implications. Fortunately, scholarships (and...
- Aug 24, 2021
- 2 min
Does your employer provide life insurance? Here are the tax consequences:
Employer-provided life insurance is a coveted fringe benefit. However, if group term life insurance is part of your benefit package, and...
- Aug 16, 2021
- 2 min
ABLE accounts may help disabled or blind family members
There may be a tax-advantaged way for people to save for the needs of family members with disabilities — without having them lose...
- Aug 9, 2021
- 2 min
Tax-favored ways to build up a college fund
If you’re a parent with a college-bound child, you may be concerned about being able to fund future tuition and other higher education...
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