What Retirees Should Know About Their Income Tax
Retirement is a new phase of life, and so is your tax situation. Knowing what counts as income and how it’s taxed can make a big difference in how long your money lasts. Below are some of [...]
How Estate Planning May Help Reduce Future Tax Burdens for Loved Ones
There’s a well-known saying: “Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” But what’s often left out is how closely those two concepts can intersect—especially when it comes to your legacy. Many people spend a lifetime building wealth [...]
How Could the One Big Beautiful Bill Impact Taxes for Retirees?
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) includes several tax changes that directly affect retirees, especially how their Social Security is taxed, how much of their income is shielded by deductions, and how much they can deduct in-state [...]
Protecting Your Legacy: How to Navigate Wealth Transfer Taxes Amid Uncertainty
Careful planning is essential to help ensure your wealth passes efficiently to your loved ones. With significant changes potentially on the horizon, estate and tax planning remains crucial. The federal estate tax exemption stands at $13.99 million [...]
Retirement Account Management and the Tax Question
Navigating the intricacies of retirement accounts can often feel like charting unfamiliar territory. Whether you're adjusting your investment portfolio or considering contributions and withdrawals, understanding the tax implications is crucial to maximizing your retirement savings. Let's delve [...]
Post-Tax Season Tips for Pre-Retirees
Tax season is behind us, but for pre-retirees—those within 10-15 years of retirement—this is the perfect time to reassess financial strategies. The decisions you make now can significantly impact your retirement lifestyle, taxes, and financial security. Here [...]
8 Financial Habits to Start Before Tax Season
Tax season can be challenging, especially if one is not financially prepared. While it may seem tedious, preparing beforehand can save time from last-minute hassles and help optimize tax returns. Therefore, adopting certain financial habits before the [...]
2025 Social Security Benefits and Taxes
People often misunderstand Social Security retirement benefits and taxation since not all benefits are taxable. The amount of benefits one receives and how much Federal tax applies depend primarily on the income level of the receiver and [...]
Covering New Tax Proposals From the “Project 2025” Agenda
Project 2025, a policy blueprint developed by the Heritage Foundation, has stirred significant attention due to its controversial tax proposals. This 900-page mandate from the conservative think tank outlines profound changes that could fundamentally alter the federal [...]
