Is It Time for a Payroll Tax Checkup?
Was your 2018 federal tax refund less than normal, or—worse yet—did you owe tax despite usually getting a refund? We explain why it might be time for a payroll tax checkup.
Earn Tax-Free Income from Working Abroad
U.S. citizens and resident aliens are taxed on their worldwide income, whether they live inside or outside of the U.S. However, qualifying U.S. citizens and resident aliens who live and work abroad may be able to exclude from their income all or part of their foreign salary or wages, or amounts received as compensation for…
Get Those Kids a Job, and Take Advantage of Tax Breaks
Children who are dependents of their parents are subject to what is commonly referred to as the kiddie tax. This generally applies to children under the age of 19 and full-time students over the age of 18 and under the age of 24. The kiddie tax originated many years ago to close a tax loophole…
Tax Ramifications of Disposing of a Vehicle
If you are buying a new car, are you wondering what to do with the old one? You have several options, some of which have tax implications and some of which don’t. These options include trading the car in with the dealer, selling it to a third party, donating it to a charity, gifting it…
Facing a Huge Gain from a Realty Sale?
When you sell property you will have a gain or a loss based on your basis. Failure to document may cost you. Read all about it in this week’s Tax Tip.
How to File Taxes After Saying “I Do”
A married couple can choose to file jointly or separately. Both statuses can result in surprises – some pleasant and some unpleasant. We explain in this Tax Tip.
Saving for Retirement—Taking the Tax Savings Now or Later
In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP® explains the how saving for retirement to a Roth IRA for tax-free retirement funds and saving pre-tax money to a 401(k) can benefit you regardless of what you choose. Read the article here. Disclosures: The investments referenced within this article may currently be traded by Henssler Financial.…
Small Business Owners May Qualify for a Home-Office Deduction
If you’re a small business owner, you may qualify for a home-office deduction. We explain the qualifications and two methods in this week’s Business Tip.
Is Student Loan Interest Still Tax Deductible?
Virtually any loan interest will qualify for the student loan interested deduction if the loan proceeds are used solely for qualified higher-education expense. We explain in this Question of the Week.
The IRS Has Cryptocurrency on Its Radar
The IRS is so focused on cryptocurrency that it issued warning letters to more than 10,000 taxpayers that it suspects might have an under-reporting problem. We explain in this week’s Tax Tip.