For entrepreneurs, investors, and early employees in small businesses, one of the most powerful tax incentives in the tax code is the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) gain exclusion under Section 1202. This rule allows eligible taxpayers to exclude a significant portion (or even all) of the capital gains from
When you hear the word “Augusta”, you might think of Georgia, southern hospital, or (most likely) The Masters golf tournament. However, there should be 1 more thing you associate with this word – and that is “tax-free rental income”. Yes, you read that correctly. There is a rule in the
Every year, I hear the same misconception. Someone tells me, “I put $23,000 into my 401(k), so I saved $23,000 on taxes.” But that’s not how it works. Putting money into a traditional 401(k) or IRA does not save you money on taxes. At least not right away. What you’re
On July 4th, the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) was signed into law. This new bill brings sweeping changes to the U.S. tax code, for individuals and for business. OBBB extends many provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), as well as introduces new deductions, credits, and
When it comes to saving for retirement, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is whether to contribute to a traditional (also known as “tax-deferred”) 401(k) or a Roth 401(k). Both options offer valuable tax advantages, but they work in very different ways. Choosing the right option depends on your
With the year halfway over, your time to ensure your 2025 taxes are paid is growing shorter. The last thing you want is to not pay enough taxes during the year and end up owing additional taxes when you file your tax return in April – and, to make matters
As a new presidential administration takes shape in 2025, the House of Representatives has introduced its first major budget proposal: “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”. There is a potential for many tax provisions to revert back to pre-2017 standards with the upcoming expiration of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs
When you become a parent, you will likely start to do everything in your power to set your child up for success. For some parents, this might include opening and funding an investment account for their children. However, before parents decide to go down this route, they should familiarize themselves
Tax season can be a stressful time, especially for small business owners and self-employed individuals. With so many moving parts, it’s easy to overlook valuable tax deductions that could significantly reduce your tax liability. Fortunately, the IRS offers a range of deductions specifically tailored for business owners – and those
As part of the SECURE 2.0 Act, owners of 529 plan accounts can now make tax- and penalty-free rollovers to a beneficiary-owned Roth IRA retirement plan account. This change provides more flexibility to families who worry about having unused or leftover funds in their 529 plans. Before the SECURE 2.0