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Mastering the Home Office Deduction: A Comprehensive Guide
If you are a self-employed individual or business owner who operates from the comfort of your home, you might qualify for the home office deduction. It is a tax deduction designed to reduce your tax liability by allowing you to deduct a portion of the expenses incurred while running your business from home. However, many […]
The standard deduction versus the itemized deduction.
Are you looking to save money on your taxes this year? Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the standard deduction and itemized deductions? The IRS provides both options, but which one best suits your individual needs? In this blog post, we’ll explain the differences between a standard deduction and an itemized deduction […]
Understanding and Maximizing the Child Tax Credit
Raising a child can be expensive, a recent US News and World Report article estimates $310,000 to age 18 but there are tax credits available to help reduce the burden. The child tax credit is a credit that reduces the amount of tax owed by the taxpayer by up to $2,000 per qualifying child. With […]
What are the Tax Advantages of Doing a Backdoor Roth?
When it comes to retirement savings, we all want as many tax advantages as possible. For those who make too much money to contribute directly to a Roth IRA, a backdoor Roth may be the answer. This strategy allows high earners to still take advantage of the benefits of a Roth IRA, but it does […]
Tax Planning is key to Financial Planning.
Tax planning is an important part of financial management. It involves understanding the laws and regulations that govern taxation, as well as making smart decisions to minimize tax liabilities. By taking advantage of available deductions, credits, exemptions, and other tax breaks, individuals can significantly reduce their overall tax burden while ensuring they remain compliant with […]
Investing in short term rentals.
As the need for short term rental accommodations continues to increase, it’s important to understand how you can benefit not just as a potential business owner but also in terms of taxes. Short-term rentals offer many advantages when compared to traditional long-term leases such as higher revenue potential, more flexible scheduling and often fewer overhead […]
Understanding Tax Credits and Tax Deductions: A Guide for Couples
It’s important for married couples to be aware of tax credits and tax deductions. These two terms can be confusing to understand, and many couples are not sure about the difference between them and how they can use them to their advantage. In this blog post, we’ll explain what tax credits and tax deductions mean […]
5 ways to save on taxes in 2023
Taxes can weigh down your finances, but you don’t have to let them! There are plenty of creative and innovative ways to save on taxes in 2023. We’ve gathered five unique tips that will help make sure your money goes where it should – into your pocket (not Uncle Sam’s!) From taking advantage of tax […]
Congratulations on Filing Your Taxes! Now What?
Congratulations on filing your 2022 tax returns! You’ve done the hard part, and now it’s time to relax and go do whatever you have always wanted to do. But before you do that, there are a few things you should consider doing now that you are done with taxes. In this blog post, we will […]
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
The new tax law, commonly called the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act,” is the biggest federal tax law change in over 30 years. Below are some significant changes affecting individuals. Tax provisions that were eliminated: Personal exemption deductions are Phase-out of itemized deductions based on adjusted gross income (AGI) is Itemized deduction for home […]