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How U.S. Tax Rules Quietly Penalize Marriage

How U.S. Tax Rules Quietly Penalize Marriage

Marriage penalties in taxes, investments, and benefits may cost families more. Here's how they work and how they might be fixed. The post How U.S. Ta…

7 Ways Real Estate Investors Should Prepare For the New Tax Laws On the Way

7 Ways Real Estate Investors Should Prepare For the New Tax Laws On the Way

If nothing else, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act is definitely big, at over a thousand pages long.  Critics on both sides of the aisle have sla…

The Go Curry Cracker 2024 Taxes

The Go Curry Cracker 2024 Taxes

I have now submitted our 2024 tax return. Somebody (me) has exceptional procrastination skills. The numbers this year are very nice – overall w…

Senate Proposal Eases Endowment Tax Hike

Senate Proposal Eases Endowment Tax Hike

The Senate tax bill proposes an 8% cap on college endowment taxes, much lower than the House’s 21% plan. The post Senate Proposal Eases Endowment Tax…

Could Trump’s New Tax Bill Spark a Real Estate Revival?

Could Trump’s New Tax Bill Spark a Real Estate Revival?

Trump’s new tax bill aims to extend tax deductions that are set to expire, ensuring continued economic growth and stability for real estate inv…

The Foreign Tax Credit

The Foreign Tax Credit

Figuring out the foreign tax credit isn't as easy as you might hope. Here are some step-by-step instructions that should help. The post The Foreign T…

How 2025 Tax Changes Could Reshape Real Estate Investing

How 2025 Tax Changes Could Reshape Real Estate Investing

It’s not exactly breaking news: Taxes change. But what’s brewing for 2025 could be the biggest shake-up in real estate tax policy in a generation. An…

House Reconciliation Bill Tax And Education Features

House Reconciliation Bill Tax And Education Features

Breaking down the House Ways and Means Committee Budget Reconciliation Bill, as it relates to higher education, student loans, and education tax bene…

“No Tax On Tips” Bill Clears Senate With Zero Opposition

“No Tax On Tips” Bill Clears Senate With Zero Opposition

The Senate passed the No Tax on Tips Act, allowing workers to deduct up to $25K in reported tips from income taxes. The post “No Tax On Tips” Bill Cl…

Can You Use the Same Tax Loopholes as Billionaires to Slash Your Tax Bill?

Can You Use the Same Tax Loopholes as Billionaires to Slash Your Tax Bill?

You can stamp your foot and complain about the wealthy using loopholes to lower their tax bills. Or you can learn those tax loopholes yourself. Try t…

No, Taxes Won’t Derail Your FIRE: Here’s What You’ll Really Pay in Retirement

No, Taxes Won’t Derail Your FIRE: Here’s What You’ll Really Pay in Retirement

Taxes in retirement have been called a “silent wealth killer” for those pursuing FIRE—but does the data tell a different story? If you’re worried abo…

Misunderstanding These Real Estate Tax Strategies Could Cost You Thousands

Misunderstanding These Real Estate Tax Strategies Could Cost You Thousands

REPS and short-term rental exceptions are among the most powerful—and misunderstood—tools in a real estate investor’s tax strategy. Misapplying them …

House Tax Bill Adds MAGA Accounts And Expands 529 Plans

House Tax Bill Adds MAGA Accounts And Expands 529 Plans

Breaking down the House Ways and Means Committee Budget Reconciliation Bill, as it relates to higher education, student loans, and education tax bene…

How Real Estate Investors Will Be Affected If the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act Expires

How Real Estate Investors Will Be Affected If the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act Expires

While everyone is focused on President Trump’s tariffs, the clock is ticking on one of the most significant tax reforms in recent history. Many provi…

13 Ways to Screw Up Tax-Loss Harvesting

13 Ways to Screw Up Tax-Loss Harvesting

It's amazing all of the different ways people can screw up tax-loss harvesting. Let's outline a few mistakes to help others avoid them. The post 13 W…

Congress Moves To Extend Key Tax Benefits For Disabled Americans

Congress Moves To Extend Key Tax Benefits For Disabled Americans

House tax bill would extend 529 ABLE account perks for savers with disabilities, allowing more flexibility. The post Congress Moves To Extend Key Tax…

Tax Plan Extends Some Tax-Free Student Loan Forgiveness

Tax Plan Extends Some Tax-Free Student Loan Forgiveness

Proposed GOP House tax bill extends tax-free loan forgiveness only for death and disability, leaving out other student loan forgiveness programs. The…

The Ultimate Military Tax Strategy Guide

The Ultimate Military Tax Strategy Guide

The Ultimate Military Tax Strategy Guide From Military To Millionaire The Ultimate Military Tax Strategy Guide: Save Thousands and Maximize Your Retu…

How to Create Huge Tax Savings Funding Your Kid’s College (& FIRE on Time!)

How to Create Huge Tax Savings Funding Your Kid’s College (& FIRE on Time!)

Paying for college is one of the biggest financial hurdles families face—even as you’re chasing or approaching FIRE. What’s the smartest way to save …

Get Your Tax Bill Down

Get Your Tax Bill Down

Answering reader questions about tax-loss harvesting, tax implications for changing your 529 beneficiary, gift tax rules, tax withholdings, and the h…