Tax Strategies

Will Your Tax Burden Decrease in Retirement?

Most people don’t expect their taxes to disappear in retirement, but they may assume they’ll decrease substantially. However, this may not be the case. Between collecting Social Security, interest, dividends, and Required Minimum Distributions, your retirement income could be substantial. All of these types of income can be subject to tax, and there are strategies [...]

By |2019-09-23T21:20:14-04:00September 23rd, 2019|Retirement, Tax Strategies|

When it Comes to Taxes, Plan for Your Future Self

Retirement is a major event that can drastically change your day-to-day life, your financial strategies, and even your tax burden. Retirees may no longer receive taxable income from an employer, but they will likely receive income from other sources which can be taxed. This is why when it comes to taxes, it’s important to help [...]

By |2019-08-19T15:17:33-04:00August 19th, 2019|Tax Strategies|

3 Things to Do if the Stretch IRA Dies

The House of Representatives voted in favor of the Secure Act 417-3, and the bill is now on a fast track to vote in the Senate. The bill would do away with the tax-planning strategy for inherited IRA commonly referred to as the “stretch IRA.” “Stretching” an IRA allows beneficiaries to take required minimum distributions [...]

By |2019-07-05T16:57:20-04:00July 5th, 2019|Financial Planning, Tax Strategies|

A Plan to Help Minimize Your Taxes in Retirement

Your steady source of income might disappear in retirement, but unfortunately your taxes probably won’t. Did you know that up to 85% of your Social Security benefit could be taxed? And, retirement account distributions are taxed differently than investment income. If you’ll have multiple income sources, you should know how each is taxed so that [...]

By |2019-06-24T23:38:20-04:00June 24th, 2019|Tax Strategies|

Did You Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution this Year?

Did you make an IRA charitable distribution this year? If so, you’ll want to report it on your tax return. Charitable contributions are a great way to reduce your taxable income and build your legacy. Do you have a retirement account? Be prepared for your RMDs! After you turn 70 ½, you must take required [...]

By |2019-03-15T13:44:35-04:00March 15th, 2019|Financial Planning, Tax Strategies|

Are You Prepared for Uncle Sam to Collect?

Due to the regular, individual income tax return filing deadline (April 15th) being on a Sunday, and the Washington D.C. Emancipation Day Holiday being observed on April 16th, the 2018 Tax Day has moved to Tuesday, April 17th. This is also the deadline to file for an extension on your taxes. With the tax filing [...]

By |2018-04-09T19:16:46-04:00April 9th, 2018|Financial Planning, Tax Strategies|
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