Category Archives: Social Security

Tax Breaks for Older Adults and Retirees

Tax Breaks for Older Adults and Retirees

Everyone wants to save money on their taxes, and retirees and older adults are no exception. If you’re 50 or older, here are six tax tips that could help you do just that.

Keep reading for info about standard deductions for seniors, credit for the elderly or disabled, retirement account increases, and more.

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Tax Mistakes to Avoid

Filing a Tax Return: Avoid These Common Errors

Tax Mistakes to Avoid

While not all mistakes on tax returns cause delays in refunds, as the April 18 deadline approaches, taxpayers are advised to steer clear of common tax return errors to ensure a timely refund.

Review these 10 common errors to help you prepare for your return.

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Avoiding Tax Surprises When Retiring Overseas

retirement abroadAre you approaching retirement age and wondering where you can retire to make your retirement nest egg last longer? Retiring abroad may be the answer. But first, it’s important to look at the tax implications because not all retirement country destinations are created equal. Continue reading

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Economic Impact Payments: Rounds Three

On March 12, following the American Rescue Plan Act’s approval and signing, the IRS began sending out the third round of Economic Impact Payments. Most payments were sent out via direct deposit, but approximately 150,000 checks were mailed by the Treasury Department as well. Taxpayers who received EIP1 or EIP2 but didn’t receive a third payment (EIP3) via direct deposit will generally receive a check or, in some instances, a prepaid debit card (EIP Card). Continue reading

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Social Security Benefits and Taxes: The Facts

social securitySocial Security benefits include monthly retirement, survivor, and disability benefits; they do not include Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments, which are not taxable. Continue reading

Choosing a Retirement Destination: Tax Considerations

retirementWith health care, housing, food, and transportation costs increasing every year, many retirees on fixed incomes wonder how they can stretch their dollars even further. One solution is to move to another state where income taxes are lower than the one in which they currently reside. Continue reading

TAX CONSIDERATIONS WHEN HIRING HOUSEHOLD HELP

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If you employ someone to work for you around your house, it is important to consider the tax implications of this type of arrangement. While many people disregard the need to pay taxes on household employees, they do so at the risk of paying stiff tax penalties down the road. Continue reading