Tax Planning
The latest news and developments that advisors need to create meaningful tax planning strategies for clients.
Using AI to Give Clients What They Want, but Aren't Getting
By Jane Wollman RusoffShowing prospects what AI can do tends to "sweep them off their feet," FP Alpha's Andrew Altfest says.
March 12, 2024
Treasury Proposes Curbs on Use of Life and Annuities in Wealth PlanningClients might have to pay ordinary income taxes and a 10% penalty on cash taken from the arrangements.
March 12, 2024
IRS Launches Direct FileThe Treasury Department estimates that one-third of federal tax returns could be prepared using the pilot program.
March 12, 2024
Biden Floats $2 Co-Pay Limits on Popular Drugs Under MedicareThe caps proposed in Biden's budget would apply to blood pressure and cholesterol drugs.
March 12, 2024
More IRA Mistakes Clients MakeSome missteps are relatively easy to correct; others are more serious.
March 12, 2024
Ed Slott: 7 RMD, IRA and Estate Planning Points for 2024The IRA expert discusses tax-friendly income planning moves to consider before, and after, tax day.
March 11, 2024
12 Tax Changes in Biden's Second-Term AgendaBiden is seeking higher levies on investors and large businesses, while preserving some of his rival's cuts.
March 11, 2024
Biden Floats Net Investment Income Tax Hike in New BudgetThe administration hopes to squeeze $84 billion out of trusts, and a little out of private placement life insurance.