Tax Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on tax planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Why Do These 5 Milestone Ages Matter in Retirement Planning? Take Our QuizQuiz You probably know your full retirement age, but do you know these other milestone ages — and why you should pay attention to them as you plan for retirement?
By Charlotte Gorbold
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13 Things Every Retiree With a Pension Must Know About TaxesIf you're a retiree with a pension, treating taxes as a core part of your retirement strategy is the best way to keep your income sustainable for the long haul.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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Inherited Annuity? How to Avoid a Tax Bomb as a Non-SpouseWhen inheriting an annuity, a beneficiary who isn't a spouse can face a big tax bill. Choosing annuitization or the "stretch" option lets you soften the blow.
By Ken Nuss
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Best 1031 Exchange Options for Retiring Landlords1031 investors tired of managing property have several alternatives beyond moving into a passive DST. It depends on how much control and work you want to keep.
By Jason Milton
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September 15 Tax Deadline Guide: Planning Steps to Take NowRather than repeating your previous estimated tax payment for the September 15 deadline, treat it as a strategic "true-up" moment to recalculate your income.
By Rachel Richards, CPA
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How to Plan for Income, Taxes, Healthcare in RetirementThe secret to helping ensure a secure retirement is to create a coordinated strategy for how you'll manage your withdrawals, taxes and healthcare expenses.
By John Jones, CFP®, ChFC®, EA, BCP®
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Is Your Top Stock Winner Threatening Your Wealth?It can be hard to let go of stocks that have served you well, especially when a hefty tax bill results. What are the options when holding on becomes too risky?
By Robert Gorman
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7 RMD Tax Traps Waiting for You in Your 70sRMDs can have a serious knock-on effect on your finances in retirement. The key is knowing what's at stake and taking action way before the IRS comes calling.
By Jeff Judge, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AEP®
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5 Summer Activities That Can Change Your TaxesTax Planning Certain summertime activities might help lower your taxable income.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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