As the 2025 deadline for the expiration of tax breaks enacted by President Trump approaches, both presumptive nominees, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, have vowed to extend these tax breaks. However, the question that remains is how to pay for these extensions. The Tax Foundation has estimated that failing to extend these
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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) has been providing financial assistance to individuals with disabilities and older adults for the past 50 years. When the program was first implemented in 1974, the monthly benefit payments were around $140 for individuals and $210 for couples. Fast forward to 2024, the maximum monthly benefit has increased to $943 for
Living and working abroad as a U.S. citizen while needing to file taxes can be a complex process. The regular tax deadline for most taxpayers was April 15th, but there is an automatic two-month extension to June 17th for U.S. citizens residing outside the country. This extension also applies to resident aliens, including dual citizens.
The U.S. economy seems to have split consumers into two distinct groups: those who have and those who have not. This division is evident even among retirees, as research indicates a substantial wealth transfer is currently taking place. Cerulli Associates estimates that a staggering $84 trillion will shift from older to younger generations by 2045.
The upcoming election season has brought attention to the trillions of dollars in expiring tax breaks from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA). The fate of these tax provisions could significantly impact the taxes of most Americans after 2025, unless Congress decides to extend them. Both President Joe Biden and former President
In today’s competitive job market, many applicants are finding themselves facing tougher challenges when it comes to securing employment. However, despite the difficulties that come with prolonged unemployment, there may be a silver lining in the form of opportunities for tax planning. According to certified financial planner Jaime Quinones from Stockade Wealth Management, a temporary
When it comes to maximizing tax-free retirement savings, mega backdoor Roth conversions are a powerful tool that can be utilized by certain investors. This strategy involves after-tax 401(k) contributions that are shifted to Roth accounts, allowing individuals to bypass the IRS income limits for direct Roth IRA contributions. Unlike regular backdoor Roth conversions, mega backdoor
The work-from-home trend that emerged during the Covid-19 pandemic is now a permanent fixture in the modern workplace. While some companies have issued return-to-office mandates, they are the exception rather than the rule. The traditional five-day, in-office workweek is becoming outdated for a large portion of the workforce, as remote work offers both financial benefits
Generation X has often been referred to as the “sandwich generation” due to the dual responsibilities of caring for both their aging parents and adult children while also managing their own financial goals and aspirations. This generation faces a unique set of challenges when it comes to balancing life and finances, leading to stress and
When it comes to saving for retirement, investing as soon as possible is key to maximizing growth over time. However, there is a potential pitfall that many employees may encounter if they max out their 401(k) contributions too early in the year – missing out on their employer match. This could result in significant losses