Most taxpayers no longer take the itemized deduction since the passing of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. The TCJA effectively doubled the standard deduction raising a much higher bar to clear before medical costs, mortgage interest, state and…
Have you wondered if a Roth IRA Conversion will save you more in taxes? 2020 has offered a unique opportunity for some taxpayers to capitalize by making a Roth conversion. This is because the CARES Act allowed for a required…
Even though we’ve faced new challenges with the pandemic, it’s also presenting new opportunities. Sheltering in place has given our family time together that we otherwise never would have had. We have spent time learning new skills. My son has…
It takes a lot of discipline to stick to an investment strategy that calls for patience while stock prices are falling. The urge to do something, to take action, can be overpowering. Unfortunately, many investors take actions that prove harmful to their wealth…
Are you in the Social Security tax bubble? Tax rules are complicated enough, and Social Security benefits during retirement years add another layer of complexity. Your Social Security income can cause your actual tax rate to be much higher than…
As the year comes to an end and you’re spending the holidays with family, tax season probably isn’t at the forefront of your mind. However, by taking a few moments to prepare, you can put yourself in a great position….
Every year, millions of Americans work and earn income abroad. Some travel back and forth in between assignments while others choose to make a permanent move. Regardless of where you live or work, all U.S. citizens must pay taxes on…
As the holidays near, visions of new tax savings dance in our heads. But knowing how to spot them is what really matters. With all the new tax law changes, Will Holt joins us again to guide you through seven…
Tax efficiency is an important part of building wealth over the long term. One simple, but often overlooked way to increase tax efficiency is to pay taxes no sooner than they are due. A refund is actually the IRS paying…
Have you ever had the pleasure of receiving an audit letter from the IRS? You walk back from your mailbox with the fearful nervousness that you may owe more in taxes than you had originally thought. You suddenly remember that…
