Personal Finance

Smart Savings: 529 Plan to Roth IRA
The SECURE 2.0 Act, passed at the end of 2022, introduced over 100 measures aimed at enhancing American savings. Among these is a provision allowing up to $35,000 in unused funds from a Sec. 529 education…
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Election 2024: Overview of Tax Policies
Tax policy has emerged as a central topic in the 2024 US presidential election because it directly affects the financial well-being of individuals, businesses, and the overall economy. It not only determines…
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IRS Relief Now available to Hurricane Debby Victims
The Internal Revenue Service announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in five states affected by Hurricane Debby. Affected taxpayers in South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, and…
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Final Regulations on the Sale and Exchange of Digital Assets, including Cryptocurrency
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued final regulations requiring custodial brokers to report sales and exchanges of digital assets, including cryptocurrency. These…
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Consumer Alert on False Tax Credits
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a consumer alert regarding false information circulating on social media about non-existent Self Employment, Fuel, and Family Leave tax credits. This misinformation…
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Blog: The Possible Rollback of the Estate Tax Exemption: Why Now is the Time to Plan
The estate tax, often referred to as the “death tax,” has long been a contentious issue in U.S. tax policy. Currently, the estate tax exemption allows individuals to transfer a significant amount of wealth…
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What you Need to Know about Capital Gains Taxes on Real Estate
Selling your home at a high price can be lucrative, but it may also come with tax implications. The IRS might require you to pay capital gains taxes on the profit you earn from the sale. Here’s a detailed…
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Estate of Connelly vs. US Shapes Estate and Tax Planning
In a unanimous decision issued on June 6, 2024, Justice Thomas ruled in favor of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Estate of Connelly v. United States. The ruling held that life insurance proceeds…
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IRS Warns of New Tax Scams Spread by Social Media
The Internal Revenue Service issued a consumer alert following ongoing concerns about a series of tax scams and inaccurate social media advice that led thousands of taxpayers to file inflated refund claims…
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IRS Announces Increased HSA Amounts for 2025
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has adjusted the Health Savings Account (HSA) amounts for 2025. Here are the key changes: Individual Coverage: Family Coverage: The $1,000 “catch-up” additional contribution…
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