It’s bad enough to be sick. But what can make you even sicker is the 10% early-withdrawal penalty the IRS assesses when you tap your traditional IRA to pay medical expenses. Want to avoid this non-deductable penalty and get better without the pain of losing some of your IRA’s value? We’ll show you how when you read my new article titled Tax Tips: Three Traps to Avoid … [Read more...]
Tax Secrets of Renting a Bedroom in Your Home
Do you have a spare bedroom(s) that you’d like to rent out? Go right ahead. I’m sure you’d like to pocket some extra cash and put that spare room to use. But be careful. You see, the IRS has set some dangerous traps for you that could cost you big money. If you want to stay on Uncle Sam’s good side, take my advice and read my new article titled Tax Tips: Secrets to … [Read more...]
How to avoid the “self-rental” trap
Do you rent property to your business? Then be careful. You see, under the IRS’s “self-rental” rule, you could lose money in two painful ways. You could forfeit the juicy tax breaks you’re expecting. You could wind up paying unexpected taxes. And remember, this is true even if you create a separate entity that rents the property to your business! What can you do to … [Read more...]
A great way to pay for college
Is your child 18 or older? If you’re answering “yes,” my new article is for you. You see, it will explain a great college funding tool that can save you a lot of money. Want to find out how to put this proven strategy to work? Read my new article titled Tax Tips: Paying for College. Three ways our fact-filled article can help you: You’ll learn why you should NOT … [Read more...]
How your business credit card can put you at risk!
Sure. A business credit card is a tremendous convenience. With it you can pay for travel, entertainment, vehicle expenses, and much more. But watch out! If you’re not documenting those business expenses the right way, the IRS might come calling. Want to avoid an audit and stay out of trouble? Read my new article titled Tax Tips: Danger with Business Credit Card Three … [Read more...]