Tax Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on tax planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Five Divorce Settlement Blind Spots: An Expert's Guide to What You Can't Afford to Miss
Even the best lawyers can miss tax and other financial considerations when drafting complex divorce settlements, so specialist advice is vital from the outset.
By Kara Duckworth, CFP®, CDFA® Published
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Car Wash Investing: Cut Tax Grime and Polish Your Portfolio
Real estate investing professional explains the tax advantages and efficiencies of investing in car wash real estate.
By Dwight Kay Published
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Eight Ways to Financially Plan Your Way Through Challenging Times
A chief wealth strategist makes some suggestions about how to better position yourself financially while coping with economic uncertainty.
By Alvina Lo Published
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Ask the Editor — Reader Questions on Gifts, Estate Tax
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on gifts, the estate tax and stepped-up basis upon death.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Five Reasons Roth Conversions and Pensions Work Well Together
This financial planner unpacks why Roth conversions can save you big-time on taxes if you're a retiree with a pension.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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Donating Complex Assets Doesn't Have to Be Complicated
If you're looking to donate less-conventional assets but don't know where to start, this charity executive has answers, such as considering a donor-advised fund (DAF) for its tax benefits and ease of use.
By Mark Froehlich, CPA, MBA Published
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Think a Repeal of the Estate Tax Wouldn't Affect You? Wrong
The wording of any law that repeals or otherwise changes the federal estate tax could have an impact on all of us. Here's what you need to know, courtesy of an estate planning and tax attorney.
By John M. Goralka Published
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Ask the Editor, May 16 — Reader Questions on Capital Gains
In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers three questions from readers on capital gains.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Government Watchdog Warns More IRS Layoffs to Come
IRS Over 11,400 IRS employees took the Trump-instructed buyout or were terminated. What does it mean for your taxes going forward?
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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