Can You Deduct Medical Expenses? Here Are the Rules

Can You Deduct Medical Expenses? Here Are the Rules

 Under tax law, medical expenses can be deducted as an itemized deduction on your federal income tax return only to the extent that they exceed 7.5% of adjusted gross income (AGI). But it can be difficult to actually claim a deduction for many people because of the...
IRS Issues New Final Regulations on RMDs

IRS Issues New Final Regulations on RMDs

The IRS has just released final regulations on required minimum distributions (RMDs) from qualified plans and traditional IRAs. The much-anticipated final regs provide guidance on tax law changes made by the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement...
Tax Implications When Selling Your Home

Tax Implications When Selling Your Home

Prices in many residential real estate markets have surged over the last few years. As a result, you may be sitting on a significant unrealized gain, especially if you’ve owned your principal residence for a while. That’s good news if you’re ready to...
Avoid  These 6 Estate Planning Pitfalls

Avoid These 6 Estate Planning Pitfalls

No one likes to contemplate his or her own mortality, but ignoring the need for an estate plan or procrastinating in the creation of one is asking for trouble. If you haven’t started the process, don’t delay any longer. However, for your estate plan to...