Are you thinking of getting married or divorced? If so, consider December 31, 2023, in your tax planning. Here’s another planning question: Do you give money to family or friends (other than your children, who are subject to the kiddie tax)? If so, you need to...
The clock continues to tick. Your retirement is one year closer. You have time before December 31 to take steps that will help you fund the retirement you desire. Here are five things to consider. Establish Your 2023 Retirement Plan First, a question: do you have your...
When you take advantage of the tax code’s offset game, your stock market portfolio can represent a little gold mine of opportunities to reduce your 2023 income taxes. The tax code contains the basic rules for this game, and once you know the rules, you can apply the...
Are you interested in becoming a commercial or residential landlord? If so, you’ll likely have to shell out plenty of money before ever collecting a dime in rent. The tax code treats some of those monies as start-up expenses. Start-up expenses are some of the costs...
Here is some important information regarding the net investment income tax (NIIT), which may be relevant to your financial situation. NIIT Overview The NIIT is a 3.8 percent tax that could apply if your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) exceeds $200,000 (single...
Happy New Year! With the new year here, that also means tax season is here. Let's make sure all your paperwork is in on time to beat the “rush” that comes when the deadlines approach. Here's a run-down of all the deadlines you need to be aware of. All of...
