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IRS issues final regulations on inherited IRAs

The IRS has published new regulations relevant to taxpayers subject to the “10-year rule” for required minimum distributions (RMDs) from inherited IRAs or other defined contribution plans. The final regs, which take effect in 2025,…
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Important Things to Know about 529 College Savings Account Withdrawals

Have you set up Section 529 college savings plans for your children or grandchildren? The major advantage of 529 plans is that qualified withdrawals are always federal-income-tax-free and usually state-income-tax-free. But there can be limitations on withdrawal rights and…
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Legitimate Ways to Avoid a 10% Penalty Tax on Early IRA Withdrawals

In a pinch, you may need to take some money out of your traditional IRA (or IRAs) before you reach age 59½. The IRS refers to these distributions as “early withdrawals.” While most traditional IRA withdrawals…
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Deducting Start-Up Costs for Federal Tax Purposes

There’s been a significant increase in new business applications in recent years. Finance company NerdWallet estimates that 2.8 million new business ventures have started since 2021. Will Your Start-up Succeed? Start-ups can be risky business. Roughly…
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Set Up a Tax-Favored ABLE Account for a Family Member with a Disability

Today, most states offer programs that allow you to establish a tax-favored account to cover the qualified expenses of a family member with a disability. These programs were authorized under the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE)…
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Which provisions went into effect in 2024?

The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) 2.0 Act was signed into law in December 2022, bringing more than 90 changes to retirement plans and tax laws. Many of its provisions are little…
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Elder Scams: Dont Take the Bait

Today, virtually everyone is vulnerable to fraud schemes, from teenagers searching social media to middle-aged people making online purchases and senior citizens caught up in Ponzi schemes. But financial exploitation of elderly people is especially rampant.…
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7 Midyear Tax Planning Tips for Individuals

Summer is a good time to reflect on tax planning moves that could lower this year’s tax bill. It appears there won’t be any significant federal tax changes that will take effect next year. If that’s…
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Do You Qualify for the 0% Tax Rate for Capital Gains and Dividends?

Many people currently qualify for a 0% federal income tax rate on net long-term capital gains (LTCGs) and qualified dividends earned in their taxable accounts. Investment assets that may qualify include marketable securities and real estate…
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Should Married Couples File Jointly or Separately?

Once you’re married, you have two options when it comes to filing your annual federal income tax return — married filing jointly or married filing separately. While some couples may find it more tax-efficient to file…
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