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Understanding tax strategies and managing your tax bill should be part of any sound financial approach. Some taxes can be deferred, and others can be managed through tax-efficient investing. With careful and consistent preparation, you may be able to manage the impact of taxes on your financial efforts.

The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

Navigating the New Tax Bill: Business Owner Tips

The updates in the OBBBA go beyond personal taxes – business owners face new rules, too. Here’s how to plan for them.

Washington Policy Research: Trump's Tariffs Face Legal Risk

Trump's tariffs face real legal risks, but the administration has a back-up plan.

Tax Deductions You Won't Believe

Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.

U.S. Deficit Peaked in 2024; Set to Decrease in 2025

The U.S. deficit is expected to decrease in 2025, regardless of which party wins the presidential election.

What Is a 1035 Exchange?

1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.

Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased

The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.

Election Results Key to Estate Tax Changes in 2025

The outcome of November's presidential and congressional elections will be key to potential estate tax changes in 2025.

Washington Policy Research: Key Takeaways from the Tax Bill

Just before the July 4 holiday, Congress passed a significant piece of tax legislation, coined the One Big Beautiful Bill.

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

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How Income Taxes Work

A quick look at how federal income taxes work.

Taking Advantage of Tax-Loss Harvesting

There can be tax benefits to selling securities that have underperformed – if you’re thoughtful about it.

Does Your Child Need to File an Income Tax Return?

When your child has income, there’s a good chance that he or she will need to report it and pay taxes.

Tariffs and Trade Post-SCOTUS Ruling

Strategas outlines the Supreme Court's recent ruling on tariffs and next steps amid a rapidly evolving landscape.

Take the Headaches Out of Tax Season

How to make your life – and your CPA’s – go a little bit smoother as you prepare your returns during the coming tax season.

Washington Policy Research: Tariff Revenue Offsets the Costs

According to Strategas, tariffs implemented so far this year are expected to offset the cost of the tax cuts.

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The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

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