Tax-planning
News, insights and expert analysis on tax planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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The Future of 1031 Exchanges Under Trump Looks Bright
As a real estate investor himself, President Trump appears poised to preserve the tax-deferring power of this strategy. But you still must follow the rules.
By Edward E. Fernandez Published
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Trump Wants You Out of the IRS, But You'll Have to Wait Until May
IRS Some IRS employees won’t be able to resign using the buyout offer until the end of tax season.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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Gifting While You're Alive and Kicking: Tax Benefits and Tips
Why wait until you're gone to help the people and causes you love? Get a jump-start on gifting and see all the good you can do.
By Jamie Battmer Last updated
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Five Strategies to Defer Capital Gains in Real Estate Investing
These powerful strategies, from timing your sales during low-income years to leveraging qualified opportunity zones, can defer capital gains taxes on your real estate investments.
By Daniel Goodwin Published
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Tax Breaks for Parents of Children With Disabilities
Tax Breaks While there are no specific tax credits for parents of children with disabilities, caregivers might benefit from these other tax breaks.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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10 Ways to Generate Retirement Income
Each of these retirement income strategies has benefits and drawbacks. Here's what to consider to help you decide which ones might work for you.
By Mike Decker, NSSA® Last updated
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Here's How Retirement Changes Your Taxes
How you approach taxes in your golden years and in the years before retirement can dramatically impact how much you pay.
By Joel V. Russo, LUTCF Published
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10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida
retirement An overabundance of boomers, critters, sweat and weirdness. Welcome to the dark side of the Sunshine State.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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How to Slash Kiddie Taxes on Your Child's UTMA Account
Gifts to children can come with tax strings. To keep your child's gift growing and avoid tax bills for yourself along the way, consider this long-term strategy.
By David Jaeger, CFP® Published