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Why Business Owners Should Review Their Buy-Sell Agreements
A recent tax case now before the U.S. Supreme Court hasn’t gone well for a small business, highlighting the need for businesses using a similar (and typical) succession planning arrangement to take a look at theirs.
By John M. Goralka Last updated
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'Instant' EV Tax Credits Are a Hit: $580M Paid This Year
EV Credits Claiming federal electric vehicle tax credits at the point of sale is a new and popular option in 2024.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Retirees Face Significant Tax Bills Due to Fraud
Fraud A new report sheds light on how older adult scam victims end up with big tax bills and lost retirement savings.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Strategies to Optimize Your Social Security Benefits
To maximize what you can collect, it’s crucial to know when you can file, how delaying filing affects your checks and the income limit if you’re still working.
By Jason “JB” Beckett Published
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What’s the Difference Between a CPA and a Tax Planner?
CPAs do the important number crunching for tax preparation and filing, but tax planners look at the big picture and come up with tax-saving strategies.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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IRS Delays IRA RMD Rules Again
Inherited IRAs The IRS is delaying certain required minimum distribution rules. Here’s what the latest change means for some inherited IRA beneficiaries.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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What Time Was the Tax Deadline?
Tax Day If you like to wait until the last possible minute to file your tax return, you should at least know how much time you have.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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Tax Day: Is the Post Office Open Late?
Tax Filing Tax Day means some people need to mail their federal income tax returns.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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Tax Day 2024 Freebies and Deals
Whether you’re getting a refund or paying taxes, celebrate the impending tax day 2024 with freebies and special deals.
By Donna LeValley Last updated