Summer is usually the time for relaxing, but it can also be a time for tax savings, especially if you’re still reeling from an unexpectedly large tax bill in April. Here are four timely tips:
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3 Great Charitable Deduction Ideas
Here are three prime examples of charitable tax breaks ripe for the picking if you know where to look. Read on for more!
Replacing Lost Tax Breaks for Your Growing Children
Tax breaks drop dramatically as your children grow up, but you may be able to offset the losses with some timely tax planning. Consider the following tax events based on the age of your child. Read on for more information!
Reminder: Second Quarter Estimated Taxes Due
If you have not already done so, now is the time to review your tax situation and make an estimated quarterly tax payment using Form 1040-ES. The second quarter due date is now here.
2020 Health Savings Account Limits
The savings limits for the ever-popular health savings accounts (HSA) are now set for 2020. The new limits are outlined here with current year amounts noted for comparison.
2018 Audit Rates
A closer look at the IRS data release reveals some audit pitfalls you should know about. Read on for more info.
How to Maximize Your Social Security
You can begin receiving your Social Security retirement benefit as early as age 62. But by putting off your benefit start date you can receive a check that is 8 percent higher for each year you delay receiving your benefit. Read on for more info.
3 Things to Know About Summer Job Taxes
Taxes on seasonal income need to be handled with care, whether they’re related to your child’s first job or an extra income opportunity for you. Here are some tips to help you manage the taxes on your summer earnings.
The $500,000 Homeowner Tax Break
There is large tax break that allows you to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 married) in capital gains on the sale of your personal residence. But making the assumption that this gain exclusion will always keep you safe from tax can be a big mistake. Here is what you need to know.
Toss This. Not That.
Tax season is over and yet another tax return has been sent off to the government. If the IRS or state revenue department selects your return for review, you will need to be prepared. Here is what you need to know.