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Taking distributions from your traditional IRA (August 29, 2019)

Taking distributions from your traditional IRA (August 29, 2019)

Prudently planning how to take money out of your traditional IRA can mean more money for you and your heirs. Here are three areas to understand in order to maximize your retirement savings.
Expenses that teachers can and can’t deduct on their tax returns (August 28, 2019)

Expenses that teachers can and can’t deduct on their tax returns (August 28, 2019)

Are you an educator heading back to school and spending money out of your pocket to teach your students? You may be eligible for a special tax break.
Expanded 529 plans offer unique estate planning benefits (August 27, 2019)

Expanded 529 plans offer unique estate planning benefits (August 27, 2019)

Not just for college anymore: 529 plans can also help achieve estate planning and other goals.
When the early bird commits the fraud, you need to catch it (August 22 2019)

When the early bird commits the fraud, you need to catch it (August 22 2019)

There are many ways to recognize revenue early. If exposed, any one of them could destroy a business. Here’s why this practice is considered fraudulent and how a fraud expert can help.
Should you elect S corporation status? (August 21 2019)

Should you elect S corporation status? (August 21 2019)

One of the most popular business structures is the S corporation because of its liability protection and tax benefits. Could it work for you?
Understanding the contents of a will (August 20 2019)

Understanding the contents of a will (August 20 2019)

In a nutshell, a will is a legal document that arranges for the distribution of your property after you die and allows you to designate a guardian for minor children. However, the devil is in the details.
The tax implications of being a winner (August 15 2019)

The tax implications of being a winner (August 15 2019)

If you’re fortunate enough to hit a sizable jackpot in the lottery or while gambling, there are tax implications. Here’s a rundown of the basics.
DOL expands retirement plan options for smaller businesses (August 8, 2019)

DOL expands retirement plan options for smaller businesses (August 8, 2019)

The costs involved with funding a retirement plan for employees can greatly burden a small business. The U.S. Dept. of Labor has issued a final rule that can ease the burden.
The “kiddie tax” hurts families more than ever (August 7, 2019)

The “kiddie tax” hurts families more than ever (August 7, 2019)

If your child or grandchild has unearned income from dividends, interest and capital gains, beware of the “kiddie tax.” Your family may be hit even harder by the tax under current law.
What’s the difference between the two types of power of attorney? (August 6, 2019)

What’s the difference between the two types of power of attorney? (August 6, 2019)

A nonspringing (or durable) power of attorney (POA) is generally preferable to a springing POA. Learn why.
Take a closer look at home office deductions (August 1, 2019)

Take a closer look at home office deductions (August 1, 2019)

If you run a business from your home or are otherwise self-employed and use part of your home for business purposes, the home office deduction may provide a valuable tax break.
Naming a trustee may be one of the most important decisions of your life (July 31, 2019)

Naming a trustee may be one of the most important decisions of your life (July 31, 2019)

When it comes to estate planning, trusts are appealing for many reasons. They can enable you to hold and transfer assets for beneficiaries, avoid probate and reduce estate tax exposure. But they can be complicated to set up.
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Taking distributions from your traditional IRA (August 29, 2019)

Taking distributions from your traditional IRA (August 29, 2019)

Prudently planning how to take money out of your traditional IRA can mean more money for you and your heirs. Here are three areas to understand in order to maximize your retirement savings.
Expenses that teachers can and can’t deduct on their tax returns (August 28, 2019)

Expenses that teachers can and can’t deduct on their tax returns (August 28, 2019)

Are you an educator heading back to school and spending money out of your pocket to teach your students? You may be eligible for a special tax break.
Expanded 529 plans offer unique estate planning benefits (August 27, 2019)

Expanded 529 plans offer unique estate planning benefits (August 27, 2019)

Not just for college anymore: 529 plans can also help achieve estate planning and other goals.
When the early bird commits the fraud, you need to catch it (August 22 2019)

When the early bird commits the fraud, you need to catch it (August 22 2019)

There are many ways to recognize revenue early. If exposed, any one of them could destroy a business. Here’s why this practice is considered fraudulent and how a fraud expert can help.
Should you elect S corporation status? (August 21 2019)

Should you elect S corporation status? (August 21 2019)

One of the most popular business structures is the S corporation because of its liability protection and tax benefits. Could it work for you?
Understanding the contents of a will (August 20 2019)

Understanding the contents of a will (August 20 2019)

In a nutshell, a will is a legal document that arranges for the distribution of your property after you die and allows you to designate a guardian for minor children. However, the devil is in the details.
The tax implications of being a winner (August 15 2019)

The tax implications of being a winner (August 15 2019)

If you’re fortunate enough to hit a sizable jackpot in the lottery or while gambling, there are tax implications. Here’s a rundown of the basics.
DOL expands retirement plan options for smaller businesses (August 8, 2019)

DOL expands retirement plan options for smaller businesses (August 8, 2019)

The costs involved with funding a retirement plan for employees can greatly burden a small business. The U.S. Dept. of Labor has issued a final rule that can ease the burden.
The “kiddie tax” hurts families more than ever (August 7, 2019)

The “kiddie tax” hurts families more than ever (August 7, 2019)

If your child or grandchild has unearned income from dividends, interest and capital gains, beware of the “kiddie tax.” Your family may be hit even harder by the tax under current law.
What’s the difference between the two types of power of attorney? (August 6, 2019)

What’s the difference between the two types of power of attorney? (August 6, 2019)

A nonspringing (or durable) power of attorney (POA) is generally preferable to a springing POA. Learn why.
Take a closer look at home office deductions (August 1, 2019)

Take a closer look at home office deductions (August 1, 2019)

If you run a business from your home or are otherwise self-employed and use part of your home for business purposes, the home office deduction may provide a valuable tax break.
Naming a trustee may be one of the most important decisions of your life (July 31, 2019)

Naming a trustee may be one of the most important decisions of your life (July 31, 2019)

When it comes to estate planning, trusts are appealing for many reasons. They can enable you to hold and transfer assets for beneficiaries, avoid probate and reduce estate tax exposure. But they can be complicated to set up.
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