Some business owners can employ a spouse and work happily together. Other business owners just can’t work with their spouse. If you’re a person who can employ your spouse and make it work, I’ve got some good news for you. You may be eligible to use some terrific tax-saving strategies. As we’ll explain below, the key to making these strategies work is to use benefits … [Read more...]
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Tax Considerations When a Loved One Passes Away (Part 1)
When a loved one passes away and the painful grieving process begins, the last thing on your mind are taxes and complicated financial matters. But these things are tremendously important, and as soon as possible you’ll need to attend to them. That’s why, starting with this issue, the Tax Reduction Letter is beginning a three-part series designed to help executors perform … [Read more...]
2020 Last-Minute Year-End Tax Strategies for Marriage, Kids, and Family
Sure, you can pay Uncle Sam more taxes than you have to. But why? You see, if you know how to take advantage of all that the law allows, you can save a bundle. Let me be specific. After you read this article, take my advice and act by December 31. When you do, you can get five year-end family-related tax breaks that can leave more money in your pocket. Are you … [Read more...]
2020 Last-Minute Year-End Tax Deductions for Existing Vehicles
December 31 is approaching fast. Why are we calling attention to this date? Because it’s the last day you can take advantage of some valuable tax deductions you might have overlooked. That’s right. If you know the IRS rules (and we do!), your currently-owned business cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans, (and even your personal vehicles!), can be the source of significant … [Read more...]
New Law Kneecaps Stretch IRA—Here’s What You Can Do About It
Do you have an IRA? Then I urge you to read the full article. Why? Because it explains how the SECURE act, enacted by Congress last December, severely and negatively impacted the Stretch IRA strategy. NOTE: The “SECURE” stands for, “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement.” What exactly was the Stretch IRA? The Stretch IRA wasn’t another kind of IRA. It … [Read more...]