Being a Day Trader is neither illegal nor unethical, but it can be highly risky. Most individual investors do not have the wealth, time, or temperament to make money. Nor can many investors sustain the losses that day trading can bring. Day trading in securities is governed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Regulation …
Tax Planning
Video: Biden’s COVID Relief & Tax Plan
This video is an abbreviated summary of President Biden’s COVID Relief & Tax Plan. Of course, these won’t become law until the plan has been passed by Congress. Once passed, the purpose of the plan is to assist people to fight financial hardships from the pandemic. The plan contains various ways to help, including stimulus …
New Business Tax Issues to Consider in 2021
When starting a new business, tax issues – along with everything else – can feel overwhelming and unsurmountable. But in spite of COVID-19 restrictions, many entrepreneurs are still considering new or additional business opportunities. If you are planning a new business start-up and are incurring expenses, here are some specific tax issues to be aware …
Obscure and overlooked tax deductions, credits, and benefits
As tax time approaches, we’ve listed out some frequently overlooked tax deductions, credits and benefits that cover a range of taxpayers. Of course, not everything can be included. Since the tax law has grown significantly in complexity over the years – it would take a huge book to list everything! But here are over 20 …
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Tax time is around the corner! Are you ready for 2020 taxes?
It’s time to get ready for 2020 taxes now that tax season is just around the corner. If you are like most taxpayers, you are probably facing the ominous chore of compiling records in preparation for your tax appointment—whether in person, by video or telephone. The difficulty of this task depends upon how well you …
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IRS Offers New Identity Protection for Taxpayers
Have you heard about the new identity protection for taxpayers that the IRS is now offering? In the past, the IRS has assigned verification numbers to victims of identity theft to file their tax returns. That is, if it requested by the victimized individual. The numbers are referred to as identity protection (IP) PINs. What …
How Biden’s American Rescue Plan Might Impact Your Taxes
President Biden released his “American Rescue Plan” on January 14. It is a wish list of proposals he wants Congress to enact to address the COVID-19 pandemic and associated economic crisis. While some of the proposals are intended to be in effect for just one year, they could be extended or made permanent later on. …
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Standard Mileage Rates for 2021 Just Announced
Recently, the IRS announced the standard mileage rates for 2021 which outlines the use of a vehicle for business, medical and moving purposes. This baseline is based on a number of factors in order to determine the standard mileage rates for the following year. Recently, the IRS announced the 2021 optional standard mileage rates. Thus, …
Saver’s Credit Can Help You Save For Retirement
The saver’s credit helps eligible taxpayers offset the cost of saving for retirement. Now, low and moderate income workers can take steps to save for retirement and earn a special tax credit. What is the saver’s credit? The saver’s credit is a tax credit worth up to $1000 ($2,000 if married filing jointly). The saver’s …
