Taxes
Wealth Taxes Don’t Work
Wealth taxes, which impose levies on an individual’s net worth rather than income, have been proposed in various countries as a tool to reduce inequality and fund [...]
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Modest Inflation Pushes Estimated Social Security COLA Higher
The Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is a critical mechanism that helps millions of Americans maintain their purchasing power amid rising prices. [...]
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3 Economic Benefits of Hiring a Spouse
In the realm of small business ownership, strategic financial planning is crucial for maximizing profitability and minimizing tax liabilities. One often-overlooked [...]
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Can Trump Really End Taxes on Social Security?
During his 2024 presidential campaign and subsequent second term, President Donald Trump repeatedly pledged to eliminate federal income taxes on Social Security [...]
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Is Social Security Solvent?
Is Social Security Insolvent? Social Security, a cornerstone of the American social safety net, provides critical financial support to retirees. Established in [...]
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Important Considerations Regarding Taxes & Gifting
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has introduced substantial changes that savvy clients need to consider for gifting and charitable giving, particularly as we [...]
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2025 Social Security COLA May Be Lowest Since 2021
The latest Consumer Price Index data reveals a slight dip in the projected Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) for 2025, from 2.63% to 2.57%, as [...]
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401(k) & IRA Alert: Max contributions rise in 2024
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced significant increases to the contribution limits for 401(k) plans and individual retirement accounts (IRAs) in [...]
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States Contemplate “Mansion Tax” to Fund Affordable Housing
As the affordable housing crisis continues to grip many parts of the country, state and local governments are exploring innovative solutions to generate funding [...]
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SECURE Act Update: Big Changes to Naming a Trust as Beneficiary of Your IRA
Leaving IRA assets to a trust, rather than to individual beneficiaries, can be a strategic move for those looking to exert more control over the distribution of [...]
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