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Year-End Tax Moves to Save Money

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As the year winds down so, too, does your opportunity to take proactive steps to reduce 2023 income tax due in April 2024 and, perhaps, taxes due in future years as well. Below are some money-saving tax planning strategies to consider. tax-deferred retirement plan contributions and charitable gifting) are already accounted for.

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Mid-Year Financial Tweaks and Tasks

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Below are ten mid-year financial tweaks and tasks: Tax-Deferred Savings Tweak - Perhaps you will get a raise on July 1. Consider completing the paperwork needed to save more money from July to December in your employer’s tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The 2023 maximum pre-tax contribution is $3,050.

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Ten Upsides of Inflation

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Marginal Tax Brackets - Income ranges in the seven marginal tax brackets ranging from 10% to 37% are inflation-based. When bracket incomes rise, people may be taxed at lower tax rates. Standard Deduction - The amount of income taxpayers can shelter from income taxes rises with inflation (e.g.,

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Make the Most of Free Money

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Free money does not have any work requirement, however, and is often income tax-free. 50% for a fifty cent per employee dollar saved match) and is taxed as ordinary income in retirement. Like inheritances, life insurance is generally not subject to income tax. If they didn’t discover their tax error, they would not have it.

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Should I Enroll in a High Deductible Health Plan with an HSA?

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High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are growing more and more popular each year. Considering they have lower premiums and provide the ability to use pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket costs, what’s not to love? HSA Bank Fees. Consider the below information in your decision-making.

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Coping With the Aftermath of a Disaster

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Of course, policy deductibles (e.g., $500) Store it away from home in a bank safe deposit box or cloud storage. All policies have very specific language about types of losses that are covered (e.g., hurricane damage) and those that are not (e.g., flood damage and business use of a home). 500) apply before any damage claims are paid.

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India’s Payroll Processing: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide

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This includes personal details, bank account information, PAN (Permanent Account Number), and Aadhar Card. The payroll team should deduct salary for leaves taken beyond the allowed quota, ensuring that the final payment is accurate. Step 5: Income Tax Calculation Calculating income tax liability is a crucial part of payroll processing.

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