taxes

Washington Should Remove Hurdles to Job Creation

Ron Lazof — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:20:00 EST

Memo to Washington: Be less like California, more like Texas

How to Avoid the Marriage Tax

Kimberly Palmer — Tue, 08 May 2012 09:05:00 EST

Newlyweds who paid more than they expected this April should adjust their withholdings now.

Do Lower Taxes Create Jobs? Let’s Look at the States

David Brodwin — Thu, 03 May 2012 08:47:00 EST

Most states with low taxes suffer from weak income growth according to a recent report.

7 Signs You're Getting Bad Financial Advice

Rob Russell — Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 EST

Is it time to look elsewhere?

3 Inconvenient Truths About Taxes

Philip Moeller — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:04:00 EST

As election season heats up, here are facts you need to know when candidates talk about taxes.

Big-Picture Diversification

Scott Holsopple — Tue, 01 May 2012 11:24:00 EST

The benefits of thinking big

Did Mitt Romney Slip On a Banana Peel When It Comes to Second Homes?

Meg Handley — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:50:00 EST

Eliminating the mortgage interest deduction for high-rollers could cost Romney in battleground states.

Why the Party Is Ending for the Rich

Rick Newman — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:59:00 EST

Both Obama and Romney have signaled that the wealthy need to bear a heavier tax burden.

Tips for Getting Across the Tax Day Finish Line

Lisa Greene-Lewis — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:00:00 EST

For taxpayers who have not yet filed their returns, here are ways to avoid paying penalties.

How the 'Buffett Rule' Has Already Hurt the Economy

Joseph Mason — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:29:00 EST

When individuals anticipate a tax increase they will accelerate their income so that is taxed at the prior (lower) tax rate.

The 'Buffet Rule' Is a Hypocritical Political Ploy

Jonathan Collegio — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:15:00 EST

Obama's "Buffett rule" proposal is a crass political ploy and a hypocritical one at that.

Carbo-Load Your IRA Ahead of Tax Deadline

Rachel Koning Beals — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:15:00 EST

Attractive dividend-paying stocks may energize your tax-advantaged retirement plan.

Tax Moves for Procrastinators

DR — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EST

The deadline for filing taxes is just around the corner.

Obama Invokes Reagan Again in Defense of Buffett Rule

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:40:00 EST

GOP calls Obama's attempts to cloak Buffett tax in Reagan's legacy "pathetic."

How to Get the Most From Your Tax Return

David Francis — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:40:00 EST

Itemizing deductions is difficult, but yields clear rewards.

Effects of Recession Still Showing in Tax Season

Meg Handley — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:40:00 EST

Almost three years later, Americans' tax returns still show scars from the Great Recession.

How to Take Advantage of Dependents at Tax Time

David Francis — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:25:00 EST

Not just young children can be claimed as a deduction.

6 Signs You Need A New Investment Adviser

Rob Russell — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:00:00 EST

Factors to consider

Avoid These 10 Common Tax Mistakes

Kimberly Palmer — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:45:03 EST

The Death of Roth Conversions?

Rob Russell — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:00:00 EST

Reasons to consider converting

Tips for Preparing Your Taxes

Andy Hough — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:00:00 EST

How to make the tax-preparation process go smoothly.

The Tax-Efficient Frontier

Rob Russell — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 09:01:00 EST

Comparing the tax efficiency of a variety of products

Will You Get Audited by the IRS?

Jim Wang — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:34:00 EST

Four reasons why the IRS might take a closer look at your tax return.

5 Ways to Save on Your Taxes in 2012

Money Crashers — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:39:00 EST

Here are some credits and deductions you might you be missing.

What Type of Estate and Tax Planning Do I Need to Do?

Susan Johnston — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:25:00 EST

Without a will, your assets could be held in probate court and distributed according to state law.