The IRS has just released final regulations on required minimum distributions (RMDs) from qualified plans and traditional IRAs. The much-anticipated final regs provide guidance...
IRS Issues New Final Regs on RMDs
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Taxes
Should You Set Up a Self-Directed IRA?
An IRA can be a valuable tool in anyone's retirement and estate planning toolbox. But what if you're not satisfied with your investment options or portfolio performance? One...
IRS Targets Partnership Tax-Reduction Tactic
The IRS recently announced the launch of a new multistage regulatory initiative intended to close what it calls a "major tax loophole exploited by large, complex partnerships."...
Top 10 Tax Breaks to Consider on Extended Returns
If you requested an extension for your 2023 federal income tax return, you have until six months from the original due date — October 15, 2024, to be exact — to wrap things up....
Roth 401(k) Plans Have New Appeal for Employers
The traditional 401(k) plan is the most popular qualified retirement plan in the United States. As of March 31, 2024, Americans held $7.8 trillion dollars in 401(k) plans (out of...
Contending With the Rising Cost of Long-Term Care
According to LongTermCare.gov, approximately 70% of Americans will need long-term care (LTC) at some point in their lives. This could mean in-home nursing help or an extended...
8 Financial Steps for Women Today
From a financial perspective, women have come a long way in recent years. They currently possess about $10 trillion of the country's wealth. What's more, it's estimated that...
Smart Tax Planning Pays Off
If you're financially successful or expect to become so, taxes are or will become one of your biggest expenses — and most people want to minimize their tax obligations. Roughly...
Valuations in Shareholder Disputes
Shareholder disputes are common occurrences in today's complex business world. These disputes can often be divisive, long-lasting and expensive. They can arise in almost any...
FAQs on the General Business Credit
The general business credit (GBC) may help certain small businesses cut their federal income tax obligations significantly. This is an "umbrella" credit that encompasses various...