Do you believe that you’re ineligible for a Roth IRA because your income exceeds certain limits set by the IRS? Well, I’m happy to tell you that you’re mistaken. The fact is, if you know how to play the game, you definitely can open a “backdoor” Roth IRA, easily and legally. And doing so is a smart move. That’s because the Roth IRA is a great way to grow your wealth with … [Read more...]
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Tax Deduction for Classic/Antique Cars Used in Business
Do you have a classic or antique car that you use for business? If you do, can you deduct it the same way you would deduct any car you use in business? The short answer is “yes,” but you must meet two criteria imposed by the courts: The car must be of a type that’s subject to “wear and tear, decay, decline, or exhaustion”The car must be used in your trade or … [Read more...]
Good News: Most Rentals Likely Qualify as Section 199A Businesses
As you probably know by now (and definitely know if you’re a regular reader of The Tax Reduction Letter), tax reform added tax code Section 199A. This new section created a new 20-percent tax deduction possibility for you if your rental property has profits and can qualify as a trade or business. Which means that if your rental property satisfies the above two conditions, … [Read more...]
Life Insurance Policy Loan—A Tax Nightmare
Do you have an insurance policy that has built up an internal cash value? Are you taking loans from your policy, or letting the policy ride with premiums being paid from the cash value? If the answers to these questions are “yes,” be very careful. You see, if you don’t handle things correctly, you can fall into the life insurance policy-loan trap. Allowing your life … [Read more...]
Is a Triple Net Lease to a C Corporation Qualified Business Income?
Consider this scenario… You operate your professional practice as a C corporationYour spouse rents your office to your C corporation on a triple net lease The important question you need to consider is, does your spouse qualify for the Section 199A deduction on the rental income? If this scenario applies to your situation and you’re looking for answers to the Section … [Read more...]