Donating appreciated assets like stocks or real estate to charity can maximize both philanthropic impact and tax benefits. This strategy allows donors to potentially claim a full fair market value deduction while avoiding capital gains taxes, especially when assets are gifted directly rather than sold first. Tools like donor-advised funds and timing strategies may further enhance the efficiency and flexibility of charitable giving.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) makes many favorable tax provisions from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, including lower tax rates, higher standard deductions, and expanded credits. It introduces key changes like increased SALT deduction caps, enhanced child and dependent care credits, and new deductions for car loan interest and seniors. Understanding these updates is essential for effective multi-year tax planning to optimize your financial decisions under the new law.
When looking for mutual funds or exchange traded funds with low expense ratios, it helps to first know what you own and know what you want to own. Low expense ratios are important as is good performance and lower risk.
Do you feel like you are paying too much for medical needs? A Biden administration may impact the cost and coverage of your heath insurance and the overall price you pay for medical goods and services. Much will depend on who ultimately controls the Senate and the negotiations the parties make along the way.
A donor advised fund is an underutilized tool for charitable planning. Learn some key tax and non-tax aspects of this charitable strategy.
When receiving an inheritance, you’ll likely experience a flood of emotions. However, you have many options when it comes to being a good steward of your inheritance and you shouldn’t make these big decisions alone.
While many Americans are aware of common deductions such as mortgage interest, there are other common deductions that are missed far more often. Together, these missed deductions can add up up to sizable adjustment. Here are five common deductions that are often missed.
This edition brings perspective to recent market volatility, explains how the recent tax reg changes may affect your charitable giving, and inspires you to volunteer to make a stronger community and a healthier you!
