Where you live can have a major impact on your tax bill. If you’re retiring or able to work remotely, you might be thinking about relocating, and taxes can be a major factor in that…
If you are self-employed, run your own small business, or have rental or investment income, there’s a good chance you must make quarterly estimated tax payments. These payments include income tax and, if applicable, self-employment…
In many areas, vacation home prices have skyrocketed, along with property insurance costs. If you own a highly appreciated vacation property, is it time to cash out and simplify your life? You could simply sell…
With the 2025 tax year almost here, there’s news from the IRS about retirement savings. According to a recent announcement from the tax agency (Notice 2024-80), there will be increases to some retirement plan contributions…
Are the costs of holiday parties tax deductible? Despite a recent crackdown on business entertainment expense deductions, your company’s holiday bash may still qualify for write-offs for the 2024 tax year. You might even be allowed…
On January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect requiring millions of entities operating in the United States to report their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI). The Corporate Transparency Act requires reporting organizations…
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) virtually doubled the standard deduction through 2025. So fewer taxpayers are itemizing deductions these days. Instead, more people are claiming the standard deduction. When making year-end charitable contributions, consider…
In recent years, the residential real estate markets in many areas have surged. That means there are more seniors with highly appreciated homes than ever before. If you’re facing this situation, you might be rightfully concerned…
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,…
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…