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Ten Upsides of Inflation

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401(k)s) and IRAs are pegged to inflation. Standard Deduction - The amount of income taxpayers can shelter from income taxes rises with inflation (e.g., for couples filing jointly, the standard deduction is $27,700 in 2023 vs. $25,900 in 2022). In January 2023, many online bank accounts are paying 3.30%+.

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Basics of Tax-Efficient Investing

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Consider Tax-Saving Gifts - Only about 10% of taxpayers today can itemize deductions and it generally requires a plan to aggregate sufficient deductible expenses that exceed the standard deduction amount ($12,950 for singles and $25,900 for married couples filing jointly). For tax-advantaged accounts (e.g.,

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Thirteen Tax Topics for Older Adults

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Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) - Taxpayers with traditional IRAs, SEPs (self-employed), and employer retirement savings plans (401(k), 403(b), 457, and TSP) must begin annual RMDs upon reaching age 72. For singles in 2022, the standard deduction is $14,700 ($12,950 + $1,750 additional for age 65+).

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Financial Improvement Strategies for a New Year

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The easiest way to “pay yourself first” is to have savings deducted automatically from your paycheck through a 401(k) or other workplace savings plan. Reconcile and file bank checking account statements monthly. Keep Good Financial Records- A paper or digital file folder for each stock or mutual fund you own is useful.

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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. Well, there’s a flipside of HDHPs and HSAs that includes a higher deductible and added out-of-pocket costs. HSA Bank Fees. Most banks that offer HSAs charge a one-time set-up fee, along with annual bank fees.

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Demystifying Financial Jargon

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Interest Rate – The percentage charged by banks or credit card companies for loaning money or the percentage paid by banks for borrowing your money held in savings accounts, checking accounts, or certificates of deposit. For example, $100 in a mutual fund or 5% of pay every payday in an employer retirement savings plan.

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Financial tips for your LGBTQ+ community

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These individuals are 5% less likely to have a 401(k) or retirement plan and 12% less likely to have an IRA. Married individuals can file jointly to receive a combined standard deduction of $27,700. These couples were rejected from a mortgage 73% more often than heterosexual couples, received interest rates at.2%

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