Tax Planning

Frequently Overlooked Tax Deductions for 2020
Tax Planning

Frequently Overlooked Tax Deductions for 2020

The new tax law contains a lot of changes to deductions. Here’s what you need to know.

How You Invest in Gold and Silver Will Affect Your Taxes
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How You Invest in Gold and Silver Will Affect Your Taxes

As gold and silver prices have soared, your tax bite can vary a lot depending on whether you invest in coins, ETFs or mining stocks. Here’s how to choose.

Smart Strategies for 2020 Year-End Tax Planning
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Smart Strategies for 2020 Year-End Tax Planning

Big developments ranging from the pandemic and recession to new retirement plan rules could affect your taxes for this year.

How to Go About Making Tax Elections
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How to Go About Making Tax Elections

It’s not always evident which tax “elections” you should make, but the choices can be vital.

Tax Planning and Management Under the New Law
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Tax Planning and Management Under the New Law

Nearly two years after the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was signed into law, taxpayers are still getting used to the effects it has had. Here’s help.

There Are Still Tax Penalties for Getting Married
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There Are Still Tax Penalties for Getting Married

The 2017 federal tax law was supposed to defeat the marriage penalty, but that penalty is still around. Here’s what to watch out for when you marry.

Think About Tax Savings Before 2019 Ends
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Think About Tax Savings Before 2019 Ends

Don’t wait until April 15 approaches to figure out how to save money on your 2019 taxes.

Key Dates for Tax Compliance and Planning
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Key Dates for Tax Compliance and Planning

Navigating successfully through the federal tax-compliance and planning process requires attention to these deadlines and time periods.

What You Need to Know About Capital Gains Taxes
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What You Need to Know About Capital Gains Taxes

Understanding the best ways to minimize capital gains tax can get complicated. Here’s help.

Understanding the Complicated Tax Rules Regarding Children
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Understanding the Complicated Tax Rules Regarding Children

Tax rules regarding children often defy logic, but there are ways to lower the tax bite.

Shocked by Your Latest Tax Bill? Here’s What to Do Now
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Shocked by Your Latest Tax Bill? Here’s What to Do Now

Recent changes in the tax law shocked many taxpayers. How to lessen the shock—and tax bite—next time.

Simplifying Your Tax Prep Process
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Simplifying Your Tax Prep Process

Here are some ways to simplify the process of preparing tax returns in the future and perhaps reduce clutter.