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How to Finance a Roth Conversion
Making the switch to a Roth makes sense for some, and there are plenty of ways to pay the tax bill.
Tax-Relief Hype
"Pennies on the dollar" pitches usually aren't worth a nickel.
Tax Help You Can Trust
Kimberly Lankford helps you find a qualified tax preparer and answers your questions on Roth IRAs, 401(k) rollovers and more.
Why Obama May Back Down
On Tax Hikes for the Rich
Congress may do what it does best -- postpone a tough decision until next year.
Find Extra Cash By Trimming
Your Tax Bill
You can cut your tax bill for 2009 to the core by taking all of the breaks -- both new and old -- that you deserve.
Tax-Free Money for Big Medical Expenses
Some people may be able to combine 2009 flexible-spending account money with 2010 money to cover expensive procedures.
FAQs on the New Roth Conversion Rules
Here's what you need to know about switching a traditional IRA to Roth now that the income limit has disappeared.
Tax Changes Ring in the New Year
As you prepare to fill out your 2009 tax return, take note of new tax rules that will apply for 2010.
Roth IRA Rules
Kim Lankford responds to more questions about converting a traditional IRA to a Roth and opening an account for a child.
The Impact of Zero Inflation
Welcome to the year of the un-COLA.
What You Need to Know About
Roth Conversions
Lock in tax-free retirement income with no money down and up to three years to pay.
The Kiplinger Taxopedia:
What's Deductible?
From property taxes to student-loan interest to child-care expenses, find all your tax deductions in our encyclopedias that have been crammed with the information you need to file your tax return ... and hold your tax bill to the legal minimum.
Switching to a Roth Takes Tax Planning
In 2010, income limits have been lifted for Roth conversions. It's time for some tax planning.
How to Adjust Your Withholding
Fatten your paycheck now. Uncle Sam will take a smaller tax bite each month and still owe you in the spring.
Congress Faces Taxing Challenges
The estate tax fumble may be a harbinger of a tough year for Congress on a slew of tax issues.
What to Know if You Rent Out Your House
Here's what you need to know about taxes and insurance if you turn your home into rental property.
Delaying a Tuition Payment Could
Put Money in Your Pocket
Timing is everything when it comes to college tax credits.
Buy Time to Make Charitable Contributions for 2009
A donor-advised fund lets you take a tax deduction now and make your giving decision later.
Lower Your Taxes With a 529
You may be able to get a state income-tax deduction for contributing to a college-savings plan.
Don't Buy a Tax Bill
Time your year-end mutual fund purchases to avoid excess taxes.
Winning With Losers
Use last year’s losses to sop up the taxes on this year’s investment gains.
Winning With Losers
Use last year’s losses to sop up the taxes on this year’s investment gains.
Tax-Free Capital Gains Redux
Some will pay 0% capital-gains taxes on their 2009 profits.
Tax Breaks for Winterizing Your Home
Uncle Sam will help cover the cost of energy-efficient windows, doors and more.
A Year-End Gift for Home Buyers
No need to wait until tax-filing season to cash in on the home-buyer credit.
Check Your Withholding
This year’s payroll tax credit could leave you owing money next spring.
How to Be Generous on a Budget
Even if you're strapped for cash, you can still give to charities and others in need this holiday season. Here's how.
Tax Moves that Save Big Bucks
Now's the time to cash in on breaks for 2009.
The Alternative Minimum Tax Trap
How you could be a victim, too.
Capital Gains: Take the Money And Run
With a volatile market, it's time to crunch the numbers to see how you can come out ahead.
Death, Health Care Reform and Taxes
Keep your eyes open for really big changes coming to the tax system in 2010 and 2011.
Broker Fee Fiasco
Kimberly Lankford tackles broker inactivity fees and saves one reader $430.
Ways to Cut Small-Business Taxes
Make these moves now to lower your bill to Uncle Sam next spring.
The Gift Tax: Use It or Lose It
Demystifying the process of being generous -- and tax wise.
To Tap or Not to Tap Your IRA
You can skip your distribution this year and save on taxes.
Trim Taxes by Boosting
Retirement Savings
Max out your contributions while you can; limits won’t increase in 2010.
Review Your Year-End Tax Plans
Making the right moves now can save you plenty.
How Do I Tap My IRA?
If you're 59½ or older, follow these steps to access your money.
Still Time to Undo a Roth Conversion
You have until October 15 to recharacterize your account back to a traditional IRA. Here's why you might want to do so.
Making Charitable Contributions From an IRA
You have less of an incentive to take advantage of this special rule in 2009.
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