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2014 Health Savings Account Limits Announced

2014 Health Savings Account Limits Announced

The savings limits for the ever-popular Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are now set for 2014. The new limits are outlined here with current year amounts noted for comparison purposes.

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Triple Tax: aka The Lottery

Triple Tax: aka The Lottery

Most everyone enjoys dreaming of winning it big in the lottery. News media outlets publicize the large unclaimed pots of money on the evening news and they put a spotlight on the lucky multi-million dollar winners. Ever wonder what the tax math looks like?

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Toss This. Not That.

Toss This. Not That.
Post tax filing record retention

With a sigh you are relieved that yet another tax return has been sent off to the government. Another 12 months before you need to do this again. But before you close that tax file, there is still some work to do. If the IRS or state revenue department selects your return for review, you will need to be prepared. Here is what you need to know:

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Are You Maximizing Your Retirement Account Tax Benefit?

Are You Maximizing Your Retirement Account Tax Benefit?
2013 contribution limits increase for most major retirement plans

2013 marks a watershed year for contribution limit increases in many of the core retirement savings programs. Many of these contribution limit increases are established using a federal formula. While most annual limits stayed the same from 2011 to 2012, this is not the case for 2013. Here are current annual contribution limits for the more popular programs:

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Audit Target: The Sole Proprietor

Audit Target: The Sole Proprietor
Are you prepared?

Each year the IRS publishes their activities in a publication called the Data Book. And each year for the past number of years the number one target of audits are those tax returns with a Schedule C for small business activity. So how to prepare yourself for a possible audit? Here are some tips.

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