A new law was recently signed that will help Americans save more for retirement, although many of the provisions don’t kick in for a few years. The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement 2.0 Act (SECURE 2.0) was signed into law on December 29, 2022. SECURE 2.0 is meant to build on the original [...]
With so many people working remotely these days, it’s become common to think about moving to another state – perhaps for better weather or to be closer to family. Many retirees also look at an across-the-border move to better control living expenses. If you’ve found yourself harboring such notions, be sure to consider taxes before [...]
In recent years, many people have pivoted to working from home, and that brings up tax questions. If you’re on of those people, you might wonder, “Can I claim the home office deduction on my 2022 tax return?” The short answer is: only if you’re self-employed. Employees can’t currently claim home office expenses, and [...]
If you run a business, you know that you need to support expenses with detailed records. To be deductible, every expense on your tax return might have to be defended if your company is subject to an audit. Plus, failing to operate in a businesslike manner, complete with good records, might lead the IRS to [...]
Many people might consider donating their vehicles to charity at year end to start the new year. Why not get a fresh ride and a tax deduction, eh? Pump the brakes – this strategy doesn’t always work out as intended. Donating an old car to a qualified charity may seem like a hassle-free way to [...]