You can open different kinds of IRAs with a variety of organizations. You can open an IRA at a bank or other financial institution or with a mutual fund or life insurance company. You can also open an IRA through your stockbroker. Any IRA must meet Internal Revenue Code requirements, which are listed below for […]
Small businesses and self-employed individuals often tune out when conversations or articles about pension plans come up. That’s just for big business, they think, not for little guys like us. But small firms can tap into the tax breaks of pension plans more easily than they might imagine. Pension plans provide tax deductions for the […]
There are cost of living adjustments that may affect a taxpayer’s pension plan and other retirement-related savings next year. People should familiarize themselves with these adjustments, so they aren’t caught off guard. Here are some highlights of the 2021 changes: The income ranges for these actions all increased for 2021: • Determining eligibility to make deductible […]
2020 Tax Facts – 2 Year Comparison. Here’s is a quick review of some of the tax changes you’ll see from 2019 to 2020 as a result of inflation adjustments and new tax laws. Provision 2019 2020 Business equipment Sec. 179 expensing deduction $1,020,000 $1,040,000 Total purchase limit for full Sec. 179 expensing deduction $2,550,000 […]
When it comes to taxes, growing older can have its advantages. But older individuals may also have additional tax-related requirements. Here’s a quick overview of the tax and financial breaks available as you reach a certain age. Higher standard deductions. You’re eligible for a higher standard deduction once you reach age 65. Tax credit for the […]
