Tax refund advances, also known as tax refund anticipation loans or refund anticipation checks, are financial products offered by various tax preparation companies and financial institutions...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 11/30/2023
Inheritance tax is the cost basis calculation for inherited assets against taxes owed to the state. That being said, most estates are simply too small to be charged the federal estate...
Married people can file jointly or separately, depending on several life factors. However, unmarried people (not married by the last day of the tax year) who don't qualify for...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 06/15/2023
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) offer individuals a valuable opportunity to save for retirement while enjoying certain tax benefits. However, it's crucial to stay informed...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 06/09/2023
Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions most people make in their lifetime. Homeownership is often seen as a symbol of success and stability, but it also comes...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/31/2023
Local and state governments sell municipal bonds to investors to help fund public projects like repairing a public park or building a new school. While municipal bonds pay tax-free...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/27/2023
Any mistake on a tax return equals money, hard-end money. Either you are losing it by paying taxes, interest, and penalties or getting a fat refund. In addition to the former, you...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 04/09/2023
Every taxpayer needs the means to lower their taxes. Both individuals and business owners look for ways to save each dollar in taxes. Although the government initiated the Tax Cuts...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 03/01/2023
It is a really bad idea to file taxes at the last minute. The decision ahead will make the process faster. It is best to plan and take specific actions before tax filing. For example,...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 02/22/2023