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Great Savers Could Face A ‘Tax Time Bomb’ In Retirement, Advisor Says — Here’s How To Avoid It

July 1, 2024

Starting in 2023, Secure 2.0, a $1.7 trillion legislative package signed by President Joe Biden in December 2022, raised the age that savers must start taking required minimum distributions, or RMDs, to 73. RMDs are typically tied to pre-tax retirement accounts, which incur regular income taxes for withdrawals. Those RMDs could push some retirees into a higher tax bracket.

Four Must-Dos Before Tax Season Wraps Up

April 8, 2024

It’s gratifying to close the books on tax season. But before you do, there are just few things you might want to take care of while you’re still on the tax zone.

Secure 2.0 Act: Americans Will Be Able To Make Tax-Free Transfers Of 529 Plan Funds To Roth IRAs

January 16, 2023

Beginning in 2024, the Secure 2.0 Act will allow people to make tax- and penalty-free rollovers from 529 plans into a Roth IRA. To qualify for the transfer, the 529 plan must have been open for at least 15 years. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Five Year-End Tax-Planning Steps to Consider Before the End of the Year

December 7, 2020

Here are a few tax-planning and tax-saving strategies to consider before December 31 to potentially help reduce your tax burden (or maybe even get you a larger refund in 2021), CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Three Tax Penalties That Can Cost You Thousands

March 2, 2020

It's easy to lose money to IRS penalties. But being aware of the rules, you can take steps to ensure you get to keep more of your hard-earned money. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

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Now That You’re Done With Your Taxes, Here’s What To Know For 2026April 20, 2026 - 7:28 pm
While the 2025 filing year has wrapped up for most people, recent tax law changes—some introduced last summer and others already in effect—are still shaping how you should approach the year ahead. Here are the key moves to consider for 2026.
AI Is Supercharging Tax Scams: Here’s How To Avoid Getting FooledApril 13, 2026 - 8:15 pm
Tax scams are nothing new—but AI is making them far more sophisticated. Fraud experts are urging extra caution this tax season, as scammers are now using artificial intelligence to create more convincing messages.
Nine Last-Minute Tax Moves You Still Have Time To MakeApril 6, 2026 - 7:27 pm
Making a few last-minutes tax moves could lead to meaningful savings. Even small adjustments can add up. Here are nine smart steps to consider before you file.
Tax Refunds Up Nearly 11%, With Over 37 Million Cashing In On New Tax BreaksMarch 30, 2026 - 7:49 pm
About 44% of filers—around 37.5 million people—have claimed at least one of the new provisions under the One Big Beautiful Bill, including exemptions on tips and overtime pay. The average refund currently stands at $3,571, up from $3,221 in 2025.
IRS Issues Harsh Warning About AI And TaxesMarch 23, 2026 - 9:12 pm
Alongside its benefits, AI is also creating new risks—especially when it comes to taxes.The IRS is now sounding the alarm about how this technology could be exploited to target taxpayers.
Tax Refunds 10.2% Higher Than Last Year, With An Average Refund Of $3,800March 16, 2026 - 7:34 pm
Even though 2025 has ended, you still have time to potentially increase your refund or reduce the taxes you owe before the April 15 deadline. There are a few strategies to consider.
Trump Accounts Aren’t Exactly ‘Tax-Free,’ As President Said. Here’s How They WorkMarch 9, 2026 - 9:32 pm
Created under the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’, the accounts will function similarly to a traditional IRA once a child turns 18, according to guidance issued in December by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS.
IRS Warns Americans About Tax Scams With New Fraud Reporting SystemMarch 2, 2026 - 9:08 pm
The IRS encourages both taxpayers and tax professionals to take additional steps to safeguard their financial and personal information. The agency has also introduced a new online tool designed to make reporting fraud easier and more secure.