Tax
Understanding tax strategies and managing your tax bill should be part of any sound financial approach. Some taxes can be deferred, and others can be managed through tax-efficient investing. With careful and consistent preparation, you may be able to manage the impact of taxes on your financial efforts.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
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Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home
If your clients are buying or selling a home, use this to help them determine if they qualify for capital gains taxes.
Red Flags for Tax Auditors
Here are six flags that may make your tax return prime for an IRS audit.
Tax Rules When Selling Your Home
The tax rules governing profits you realize from the sale of your home have changed in recent years.
Does Your Child Need to File an Income Tax Return?
When your child has income, there’s a good chance that he or she will need to report it and pay taxes.
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
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Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
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Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
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