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What is a deductible?

PeopleKeep

Have you ever heard the term deductible when it comes to health insurance but aren’t quite sure what it means? Understanding the concept of a deductible is crucial for effectively managing your medical finances and making informed decisions.

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Ten Benefits of Self-Employment in Later Life

Money Talk

Tax Write-Off for Self-Employment Tax - On line 15 of Schedule 2 (for a 1040 form), self-employed workers can write off the deductible portion of their self-employment tax (calculated on Schedule SE), which will lower adjusted gross income (AGI), a trigger for many other taxes.

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Health Insurance for Expats in Thailand

Global People Strategist

Public health. Private health insurance. Thai Public Health. Expats working in Thailand have to sign up for the public health program part of the Universal Coverage Scheme. It is funded through taxes and monthly deductions from employees’ salaries. Private Health Insurance in Thailand.

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How to offer health insurance as a small business

Higginbotham

Although some small business owners may feel overwhelmed by the prospect of offering health insurance and other benefits, the many advantages can make the effort worthwhile. ALEs are subject to certain health care reporting requirements. However, many small employers decide to offer health insurance anyway.

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Auto Insurance: Strategies to Save

Money Talk

Revisit Your Deductibles - Check with your insurance agent on policy premium costs and consider raising the deductibles on your policy (e.g., a $500 to a $1,000 deductible), however, only if there is significant savings. a $500 to a $1,000 deductible), however, only if there is significant savings. Do this (e.g.,

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Financial Implications of Working in Later Life

Money Talk

Tax Withholding Accuracy - With multiple income sources, accurate withholding is a must via payroll deduction, quarterly payments, and the safe harbor rules for under withholding. Medicare Premium Tax Write-Off - Self-employed people age 65+ who are enrolled in Medicare Part B and D can deduct their monthly premiums against business income.

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It’s Time for a Mid-Year Financial Check-Up

Money Talk

Last year, I wrote a blog post about mid-year financial check-up s for the OneOp Personal Finance team. In it, I urged a review of tax deductions/credits, tax withholding, budgeting/cash flow, flexible spending accounts, financial goal progress, and investment portfolio status. Automated Payments Review - Payments for utilities (e.g.,

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