Most of the actions you can take to reduce your tax bill have to happen by the end of the taxable year (a.k.a. December 31st.) However, there are still a few opportunities to save money on your taxes this year. The changes from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act mean that many Americans will see a lower refund or end up owing this year. So this is a good time to do what you can to save yourself a little Continue Reading
Tax Refund Mistakes and How to Fix Them
It’s nearly the official tax deadline, which means you will soon have your tax refund in hand. A tax refund can be a nice boost to your savings or debt payoff, and it can even pay for a little fun. Whatever you decide to do with your refund, it’s important that you make a plan for that money. Otherwise, you could end up using it to fund random purchases you’ll regret down the road. Keep Continue Reading
Physician Tax Tips: 4 Strategies to Know
March is here, and the clock is ticking until taxes are due. Physicians and other high-income earners have some additional considerations to know about at tax time. Here are four physician tax tips strategies to know before you file: Physician Tax Tips: Know your Deductions In January, I talked about some of the tax changes you can expect from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Those changes don’t apply Continue Reading
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act – What You Should Know
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is one of the most drastic tax overhauls since President Bush’s changes in 2001 and 2003. Here are some of the highlights that might affect you, your family or your business: Tax Cuts and Jobs Act For Corporations and Small Businesses: Overall, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is a win for corporations. Corporate America’s tax rate dropped from 35 percent to 21 percent Continue Reading
Tax Extension Deadline Filing Tips
There’s another important date coming up if you filed a tax extension back in April. The October tax extension deadline is a couple weeks away. A tax extension allows you extra time to organize your information and file your taxes. Here are some tips to stay on the IRS’ good side if you find yourself scrambling before another deadline: Know the Consequences Missing the tax extension deadline Continue Reading
Your Tax Refund: How to Use It
Another tax season has come and gone, and if you're receiving a tax refund, you may be wondering what to do with it. First of all, if your refund seems too large, you might want to check your withholdings. That money could be better spent throughout the year. If you've had any major life changes - marriage, divorce, new baby, new job - make sure your W4 reflects that. The same Continue Reading
Tax Season: Prep Help for Last-Minute Tax Filing
It's tax season, and the deadline is just a couple weeks away! Maybe you were busy with work, you were still waiting to compile important documents, or you forgot about tax time altogether. Whatever the reason, last-minute tax filing is common; according to the Internal Revenue Service, 20-25% of Americans wait until the first two weeks of April to file. When it's this late in the game, you've Continue Reading
Tax Prep Tips for the Self-Employed Physician
If you're a self-employed physician or small business owner, then you know your taxes are more involved and complicated than when you work for someone else. There are more details to track, prepare and prove when it comes to tax time. So how do you cover your bases? Here are some tips to get your taxes ready, plus input from John McCarthy of McCarthy Tax Preparation. 1. Be Prepared for Estimated Continue Reading
Your Year-End Financial Checklist
Managing your money to reach your financial goals is a never-ending activity. But as the end of the year approaches, there’s still time to make progress towards your yearly goals. Use this financial checklist to see if there's anything you can do before the end of the year. With the tax year winding to a close, a few moves might make a big difference. 1. Review Your Year Every financial move Continue Reading
What You Need to Know About Restricted Stock Units
Are you receiving restricted stock units from your employer, but you’re not sure what to do about them? If so, you’re not alone. Restricted stock units (RSUs) are complicated, and very few people know how to make the most of them. If you're a more visual learner, jump to the bottom of this blog post to watch our video on restricted stock units. Many technology companies like Google, Yahoo, Continue Reading