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$2,400 Social Security Increase Proposed for Retirees: What to KnowRetirement Legislation proposed by Sen. Bernie Sanders would also change taxes on investment income and earnings.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The Extra Standard Deduction for People Age 65 and OlderTax Deductions The extra standard deduction can help older adults reduce their taxable income.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 Things Your Adviser Should Be Doing But Likely Isn’tA financial adviser's most valuable work often happens outside your investment portfolio, from multiyear tax planning to stress-testing your financial plan.
By Jeff Judge, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AEP®
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New QCD Rules: Why the Burden of Proof Is on TaxpayersFinancial advisers will need to help clients navigate the new QCD landscape while waiting on the IRS to make the paperwork available.
By Myles J. McHale, Jr. AIF®, CRPP®
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Adoption Tax Credit: What You Need to Know for 2026 and 2027Tax Credits Annual IRS inflation adjustments have increased the adoption tax credit amounts. Here's what's new.
By Gabriella Cruz-MartÃnez
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6 Ways the Changes in Congress Could Impact Your RetirementIt's normal to feel some uncertainty about the way shifts in Congress could affect your retirement, taxes and Social Security. Here's what to keep in mind.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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IRS Updates 2027 Tax Deduction for People Age 65 and OlderTax Changes Adjustments to the extra standard deduction can impact the tax bills of millions of older adults. Here are some new amounts to know for 2027.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) 2026-2027: How Much Will You Get?Tax Credits The refundable amount for workers with or without children is slightly higher this year. Here’s what you need to know.
By Gabriella Cruz-MartÃnez
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Standard Deduction 2026 and 2027: How Much Can You Claim?Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor
Tax Breaks