by Paula Kennedy, EA | Mar 4, 2021 | Tax
If you’re approaching retirement, you probably want to ensure the money you are saving for retirement lasts as long as possible. If so, be aware that a law was recently enacted that makes significant changes to retirement accounts. The SECURE Act, which was signed...
by Paula Kennedy, EA | Feb 23, 2021 | Tax
If you’re getting ready to file your 2020 tax return, and your tax bill is higher than you’d like, there might still be an opportunity to lower it. If you qualify, you can make a deductible contribution to a traditional IRA right up until the April 15, 2021 filing...
by Paula Kennedy, EA | Feb 22, 2021 | Tax
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are working from home. If you’re self-employed and run your business from your home or perform certain functions there, you might be able to claim deductions for home office expenses against your business income with home...
by Paula Kennedy, EA | Feb 22, 2021 | Tax
If you’re like many Americans, letters from your favorite charities may be appearing in your mailbox acknowledging your donations in 2020. But what happens if you haven’t received such a letter — can you still claim a deduction for the gift on your 2020 income tax...
by Paula Kennedy, EA | Feb 9, 2021 | Tax
Many people are more concerned about their 2020 tax bills right now than they are about their 2021 individual taxes. That’s understandable because your 2020 individual tax return is due to be filed in less than three months (unless you file an extension). However,...
