Tax Planning
The latest news and developments that advisors need to create meaningful tax planning strategies for clients.
IRS Plans to Lay Off Thousands: Report
By Melanie WaddellWorkforce reductions could start any day now, according to The Associated Press.
February 18, 2025
IRS Memo Sets Stage for Musk Staffer to Access Taxpayer DataThe IRS is poised to hand over unlimited access to taxpayer data to an advisor from Elon Musk's DOGE.
February 14, 2025
Ed Slott: Roth Conversion Changes in Trump Tax-Cut Law Are Here to StayThe 2017 tax changes may have an expiration date, but the Roth recharacterization limits do not.
February 12, 2025
AARP Makes the Republican Case for Adding a Caregiver Tax CreditGOP survey takers liked the idea almost as much as they liked eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits.
February 12, 2025
House GOP Takes First Step Toward Tax Cuts, Debt Limit IncreaseThe plan requires $1.5 trillion in cuts over a decade in programs like Medicaid and SNAP.
February 10, 2025
Trump Tax Cuts’ Cost Estimated at $5T to $11TSome of the president's proposals affect Social Security, overtime pay, tips and SALT deductions.
February 07, 2025
Trump Takes Aim at Private Equity’s Favorite Tax Perk AgainThis could reduce the deficit by $13 billion through 2034, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
February 07, 2025
Debate: Does the U.S. Benefit From Trump’s Tariffs?If tariffs on Canada and Mexico become effective, a 25% levy will be imposed on virtually any product from these countries.