2013 brings new tax regulations, including a new Medicare surtax for taxpayers who have net investment income and whose modified adjusted gross income exceeds a certain threshold. Some year-end planning can alleviate future tax pain – which is an excellent holiday present to yourself.
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Workers In Multi-Employer Health Plans Ineligible For Tax Credits. Union workers who are covered by multi-employer health plans will not …
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Employee Or Independent Contractor?
Is it better for a worker to take a position as an independent contractor or a regular employee? Why might an employer choose one over the other?
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Keeping Your Eye On Your Target-Date Fund
Target-date funds have rapidly gained popularity because they promise to take investors to retirement and beyond without hassle. But can they really make things so simple?
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Copyright For Non-Lawyers
If you make a short film that includes someone singing “Happy Birthday to You,” until recently you could expect to pay a hefty licensing fee to Warner Music Group – or a heftier fine, if you used it without permission.
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Planning For The Possibility Of Divorce
“Begin with the end in mind” is good advice in most cases, but it is commonly frowned upon in marriages. …
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Should You Purchase A Vacation Home?
Summer has arrived, and for many families, that means getting away for a few weeks. While enjoying beautiful surroundings, warm …
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Using A Self-Settled Trust To Protect Assets
Trusts can serve many purposes, from transferring wealth to furthering philanthropic goals. If asset protection is a priority, a self-settled …
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‘You Snooze, You Lose,’ Billionaire Tells IRS. Media mogul Sumner Redstone is challenging a $1.1 million gift tax bill that …
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How Reproductive Advances Affect Financial Planning
Choices about reproduction are among the most personal most of us will ever face. However, assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) can cause financial complications that are important to discuss with an adviser.
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