Tax Breaks for Employer-Paid Education Expenses

Are your employees interested in pursuing work-related education or even an advanced degree? Businesses that invest in their employees' education can upskill their current workforce, boost morale and build loyalty among workers. Plus, it can be a tax-smart move. Here's an overview of the two primary options for offering it as a fringe benefit or setting up an educational assistance program.

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Important Tax Figures for 2024

The following chart provides some important federal tax information for 2024, as compared with 2023. Social Security/ Medicare 20242023 Social Security Tax Wage Base $168,600$160,200 Medicare Tax Wage Base No limitNo limit Employee portion of Social Security 6.2%6.2% Employee portion […]

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5 Ideas to Help Small Business Owners Reduce Taxes for 2023

Small business owners still have time to reduce their federal income tax bills for this tax year. Here are five tax-smart moves to consider between now and year end. The good news is it appears there won't be any significant unfavorable federal tax changes that will take effect next year, which simplifies year-end tax planning for 2023.

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Itemizing Deductions on Your Federal Income Tax Return

Due to today's relatively high standard deduction amounts, fewer taxpayers are itemizing deductions on their federal returns than they did before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act became effective in 2018. However, if your total itemizable expenses are close to the standard deduction, it's usually advantageous to itemize, if possible. Here are some last-minute ideas that could allow you to itemize for 2023.

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Year-End Tax Planning Tips for Individuals

Have you made moves to lower your federal income tax obligation for 2023? Fortunately, there's still time — and this year, tax planning may be simpler, because Congress isn't expected to pass any additional tax-related legislation that will affect your 2023 or 2024 tax situation. Here are seven ideas for you to consider before year end.

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