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The “kiddie tax” can apply long after childhood

The “kiddie tax” can apply long after childhood

Many parents don’t know that the so-called “kiddie tax” exists. Others assume it affects only minor children. But it also can apply to full-time students through age 23 and 18-year-olds even if they aren’t full-time students. When it applies, most of the child’s...
Self-employed? Don’t overlook valuable tax deductions

Self-employed? Don’t overlook valuable tax deductions

If you’re self-employed, you probably have questions about deducting business expenses on your federal income tax return. Here’s a quick overview of the filing requirements for sole proprietors and independent contractors, and five examples of expense deductions that...
Use non-GAAP measures without losing transparency

Use non-GAAP measures without losing transparency

U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is widely perceived as the “gold standard” in financial reporting. Public companies are required to issue GAAP financial statements. A recent survey found that most private businesses also follow GAAP, though some...
Should you make after-tax, non-Roth 401(k) contributions?

Should you make after-tax, non-Roth 401(k) contributions?

If you participate in a company 401(k) plan, you already know that you can make pre-tax contributions up to the annual elective deferral limit to a traditional, tax-deferred account. If your 401(k) plan offers a Roth option, you can use part or all of your limit to...