Tax-planning
News, insights and expert analysis on tax planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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6 Smart Ways to Save Money on Your Utility Bills
Tax Breaks Tax breaks make these green projects worth a look, as they help you save on your utility bills.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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A Tax Strategy Now Helps Make Retirement Less Expensive Later
Knowing what your three tax buckets are and how to move savings from the tax-deferred bucket to the tax-free bucket can make a big difference in retirement.
By Matthew Eilers Published
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Five Retirement Myths vs the Reality
Believing these myths about retirement could set you down the wrong path. Separating fact from fiction can help you approach your retirement with confidence.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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How to Avoid These Five Costly Tax Mistakes That Many Retirees Make
Making incorrect assumptions about tax brackets, tax-loss harvesting, charitable giving, estate taxes and more can cost you big-time in retirement.
By Gaby C. Mechem Published
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IRC Section 1202: A Strategic Tax Advantage for Investors and Entrepreneurs
IRC Section 1202 allows individuals to exclude up to 100% of the capital gains realized from the sale of qualified small business stock.
By Nicholas Pope Published
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Here's How Estate Planning Can Make Your Retirement Easier
These estate and legacy planning tools and strategies can help lower your taxes, protect your wealth and more, leaving you to relax during your golden years.
By Cliff Ambrose, CTS™, CAS® Published
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How to Structure Retirement Income to Tamp Down Taxes
From Social Security to IRAs and investments, with smart tax planning, retirees can have some control over how much of their income they'll get to keep.
By Rick Barnett, CEPP, CFCA, MEP Last updated
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Are You a 'Midwestern Millionaire'? Four Retirement Strategies
Midwestern Millionaires might not live in the Midwest, but they share a saver's mindset. These strategies are for those who have saved $1 million or more.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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These Two Issues Are Critical to Efficient Retirement Planning
You're saving hard for retirement, but if you're not thinking ahead about taxes and the cost of health care, your savings — and your legacy — could be at risk.
By Cliff Ambrose, CTS™, CAS® Published