Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) offer individuals a valuable opportunity to save for retirement while enjoying certain tax benefits. However, it's crucial to stay informed...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 06/09/2023
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are tax-advantaged accounts that allow individuals to save for medical expenses. HSA contributions are tax-deductible, and the funds in the account grow...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 05/31/2023
Local and state governments sell municipal bonds to investors to help fund public projects like repairing a public park or building a new school. While municipal bonds pay tax-free...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/27/2023
The Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) is a federal tax system designed to ensure that high-income individuals pay their fair share of taxes. The AMT was introduced in 1969 to target high-income...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 05/16/2023
Deducting your charitable contribution is tricky because of the changing laws in 2022 and 2023. The law allows taxpayers to deduct their generous contributions without going through...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 04/21/2023
An annuity is a financial product that provides a stream of payments to an individual in exchange for an initial investment. Annuities can be a useful tool for retirement planning,...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 04/09/2023
As people grow older or experience disabilities, it can become harder to meet financial obligations. In recognition, the United States government offers several tax credits to help...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 03/31/2023
As a freelancer or self-employed individual, taking advantage of every tax deduction available to you is important. Deductions help lower your taxable income and save you money on...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 03/14/2023
The Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax is a federal payroll tax imposed on employees and employers to fund Social Security and Medicare programs. FICA tax is a critical...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 03/14/2023