Foreign Bank Accounts And Gifts To The Federal Government
Today we talk about common problems people run into with Foreign Bank Accounts, Trusts or Foreign Pension Plans. Also how, if you so desire, can make a charitable gift to the U.S. Federal Government. For questions regarding these or other tax issues you may have please contact me at 510-797-8661
Popular Tax Credits for First-Time Homebuyers, Students and Those With Childcare
Popular Tax Credits for First-Time Homebuyers, Students and Those With Childcare By Victor Omelczenko 1/26/2009 Whether you’re looking to lower your tax bill or increase your refund, these IRS tips can help your bottom line. Tax credits can help pay the cost of raising a family, going to college, saving for retirement or getting day…
Profit From Your Children
Profit From Your Children Profit from your children? Making maximum use of your dependents can help slash your taxes significantly. “Dependents” generally mean your kids, but many of these gambits also work with low-income parents you might be assisting financially — even if they aren’t your dependents. Here are a few to consider. Hire your…
Myths About Trusts
Myths About Trusts Trusts are a dependable way to arrange for the management of family funds. Yet even financially sophisticated people settle for less satisfactory alternatives. Lack of knowledge isn’t the problem. It’s the assorted myths about trusts handed down over the years. Myth #1. Only the very rich use trusts. Because what the superrich…
Calculating Capital Gains Tax on the Sale of a Collectible
Calculating Capital Gains Tax on the Sale of a Collectible Uncle Sam takes a tax bite out of almost every asset sold and collectibles are no exception. Indeed, collectibles are currently subject to one of the highest rates of federal taxation on an investment property. Long term Capital gain from the sale of a collectible…