House Rich But Cash Poor? Consider A Reverse Mortgage Strategy.
If you’re 62 or older and own a highly appreciated house, a reverse mortgage may provide a way to stay in the home for your lifetime, get some income and receive a tax-saving bonus.
You May Be Entitled To Tax Breaks If Caring For An Elderly Relative
If you’re caring for an elderly relative, you may be entitled to some tax breaks. Here are four of them.
A Three-Step Strategy To Save Tax When Selling Appreciated Vacant Land
If you’re fortunate enough to own vacant land that has appreciated greatly, you may want to sell it. But how much will you pay in tax and is there any way to reduce the tax bill? Here’s a strategy to consider.
Don’t Have A Tax-favored Retirement Plan? Set One Up Now.
If you’re a business owner without a retirement plan, establishing one is simpler than you may think. And there still may be time to set one up for LAST year, depending on your situation.
Disabled Family Members May Be Able To Benefit From ABLE Accounts
Family members often want to help disabled loved ones financially but don’t want them to lose eligibility for their government benefits. A tax-advantaged ABLE account may be the answer.
Can You Deduct Student Loan Interest On Your Tax Return?
If you are resuming student loan payments soon, be aware that interest is deductible for some borrowers subject to certain limits. Here are the rules.
Pocket A Tax Break For Making Energy-Efficient Home Improvements
Have you heard there’s an enhanced tax credit for making energy-efficient home improvements, beginning this year? Here are the rules.
A Tax-Smart Way To Develop And Sell Appreciated Land
There may be a way to reduce a large tax bill if you own appreciated land that you want to subdivide and develop for sale. Here’s a three-step strategy.
Retirement Account Catch-up Contributions Can Add Up
If you’re eligible and not making catch-up contributions to your retirement plan, you’re missing out on building more tax-favored savings. Here are the rules of the road.
Inheriting Stock Or Other Assets? You’ll Receive A Favorable “Stepped-Up Basis”
When planning your estate or inheriting assets, it’s essential to understand the “step-up” basis rules. They can affect the taxes due on the sale of the assets.