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Remote work can complicate your state taxes

Working remotely may broaden your job options and make daily life easier. But working from a different state than your employer — or spending part of the year working from a second home in a different state than where you normally reside — can create state tax issues....

Tax planning for real estate investors

Many individuals invest in real estate to help diversify their portfolio, create an income stream for themselves from rental income and build net worth over time. Often, this is a side activity to a career in another field or running another type of business — not the...

Year-end tax planning ideas for contractors

As summer draws to a close, it might seem a little early to start thinking about filing your 2026 tax return. But the truth is, now’s the perfect time for contractors to kick off their year-end tax planning — while there are still months ahead to actually execute...

Disability benefits may have income tax consequences you don’t expect

Disability insurance is a valuable benefit provided by many employers. It replaces a portion of the insured person’s income — typically 45% to 65% of pre-disability earnings — after a specified waiting period that starts when the person becomes disabled (as...

Tax tips for parents with kids heading to college this fall

A higher education is expensive, and many parents spend years saving up. Others haven’t had the financial bandwidth to save or have hit unexpected financial roadblocks along the way. Regardless of your situation, current tax breaks may be available to you (or to your...

Be tax-smart with your mutual fund investments

Mutual funds offer an easy way to invest in a diversified portfolio compared to buying individual stocks and bonds. But the tax treatment of mutual funds isn’t so simple. How are mutual funds taxed? If you sell appreciated mutual fund shares, the resulting profit will...

How what you donate impacts your tax deductions

Have you already made contributions to charity this year? Are you considering making more between now and year end? If so, it’s important to be familiar with the tax rules for different types of donations so you can maximize your tax benefit — or at least avoid...

What contractors should know about Davis-Bacon Act compliance

Publicly funded construction projects can offer valuable opportunities for contractors. However, if you’re interested in such a job, be sure to fully understand the wage requirements before bidding. The federal Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), along with similar state laws...

Before you spend lottery, gambling or other winnings, understand the tax rules

It’s easy to focus on the excitement of a big win. But federal tax law generally treats lottery prizes, gambling winnings and other awards as taxable income. Knowing the basic rules can help you avoid surprises when you file your 2026 return next year. Lottery prizes...

Midyear tax planning: Review opportunities to save taxes this year (or next)

Summer is a good time to see whether your income, deductions and investment activity are lining up as expected. Let’s take a look at a few areas that commonly provide tax-saving opportunities. Your tax bracket The legislation commonly known as the One Big Beautiful...

Will your Social Security benefits be taxable?

Last year, the new tax deduction for taxpayers 65 and older was sometimes referred to as “no tax on Social Security.” In actuality, this up-to-$6,000-per-individual deduction, also known as the “senior” deduction, is generally available whether or not someone receives...

What’s in a name? DBA filings for construction businesses

The name of your construction business plays a critical role. It helps project owners find, recognize and ultimately trust you. But as your business grows, you may encounter situations where a different name better suits your strategic objective. Whether you’re...

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