Mega backdoor Roth conversions give high-income earners an opportunity to participate in after-tax savings and tax-free investing. This strategy is available to individuals that participate in a qualified retirement plan, such as a 401(k), that allows after-tax contributions to the plan. Who Should Consider a Mega Backdoor Roth Conversion A mega backdoor Roth conversion may
Posted ByQualifying medical expenses include preventative care, treatment, surgeries, dental care, vision care, psychologists, psychiatrists, prescription medications, and appliances such as glasses, contacts, false teeth, and hearing aids, among others.
Posted ByTaxpayers can make charitable gifts using cash or property. Examples of property commonly donated to charities include appreciated stock and other marketable securities. The type of asset gifted could affect the amount of the taxpayer’s deduction. This article explains various aspects and planning opportunities for donating cash and property. Understanding Cash Donations Cash donations to
Posted ByBill Hortz, Founder of the Institute for Innovation Development, recently interviewed Russ Schultz, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of Schultz Financial Group, about the complexity and challenges of investing and managing large sums of money. Hortz: Is investing $10 Million substantially different than investing $1M or smaller amounts of money? Schultz: The answer
Posted ByMedicare Part B premiums are automatically deducted from Social Security, Railroad Retirement Board, and Office of Personnel Management payments. The standard Medicare Part B premium is adjusted based on a taxpayer’s Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI). MAGI for Medicare purposes is the taxpayer’s AGI plus any tax-exempt interest. Medicare uses a taxpayer’s MAGI from two
Posted ByEach year, the Social Security Administration announces the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The Social Security Administration has announced that Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will increase for 2024.
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