How to determine if you need to worry about estate taxes Among the taxes that are being considered for repeal as part of tax reform legislation is the estate tax. This tax applies to transfers of wealth at death, hence why it’s commonly referred to as the “death tax.” Its sibling, the gift tax — […]
Individual Tax Advice
Will Congress revive expired tax breaks?
Will Congress revive expired tax breaks? Most of the talk about possible tax legislation this year has focused on either wide-sweeping tax reform or taxes that are part of the Affordable Care Act. But there are a few other potential tax developments for individuals to keep an eye on. Back in December of 2015, Congress […]
A refresher on the ACA’s tax penalty on individuals without health insurance
A refresher on the ACA’s tax penalty on individuals without health insurance Now that Affordable Care Act (ACA) repeal and replacement efforts appear to have collapsed, at least for the time being, it’s a good time for a refresher on the tax penalty the ACA imposes on individuals who fail to have “minimum essential” health […]
3 midyear tax planning strategies for individuals
3 midyear tax planning strategies for individuals In the quest to reduce your tax bill, year end planning can only go so far. Tax-saving strategies take time to implement, so review your options now. Here are three strategies that can be more effective if you begin executing them midyear: 1. Consider your bracket The top […]
Nonqualified stock options demand tax planning attention
Nonqualified stock options demand tax planning attention Your compensation may take several forms, including salary, fringe benefits and bonuses. If you work for a corporation, you might also receive stock-based compensation, such as stock options. These come in two varieties: nonqualified (NQSOs) and incentive (ISOs). With both NQSOs and ISOs, if the stock appreciates beyond […]
Own a vacation home? Adjusting rental vs. personal use might save taxes
Own a vacation home? Adjusting rental vs. personal use might save taxes Now that we’ve hit midsummer, if you own a vacation home that you both rent out and use personally, it’s a good time to review the potential tax consequences: If you rent it out for less than 15 days: You don’t have to report the […]
