Whenever you see a dollar from a lottery win, please remember that the IRS has taken its 25%. Up to 13% can be withheld in local and state taxes (depending on where you live). However,...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 09/30/2021
You might need to report the canceled amount as income on your tax return if you could get a debt write-off or forgiveness. You should know what to expect so you don't end up with...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 09/20/2021
A charitable gift annuity is a contract between a charity and a donor bound by some terms explained below:The donor makes a considerable gift to the charity via cash, security or other...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 08/24/2021
For federal tax purposes, inheritance is not classified as income, no matter what you inherited – cash, property, or investment. However, whatever you earn on such an inherited...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 07/06/2021
Money is a fun thing when it passes between family and friends, especially if you are the one who borrows or lends a loan to a family member or close friend.The Federal Reserve's...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 06/25/2021
There are several college savings plans with 529 plans as one of them. It comes with a series of tax benefits and can allow you to build your kid's college funds with time. In...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 06/18/2021
While there are many ways you can save for college, these various strategies are not equal. You get some particular tax advantages with the best savings channel, provided you use the...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 06/11/2021
No one loves the idea of giving Uncle Sam the hard-earned money. However, it is horrible to leave a tax deduction that could bring down your tax bill due to ignorance. As a result,...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/30/2021
Understanding Itemized Deductions We define itemized deductions as a series of expenses with which one can reduce taxable income on a tax return. It includes medical bills, interest...