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Smart Strategies to Avoid IRS Penalties on Estimated Taxes
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Avoiding CP30 Notices: A Guide to Estimated Tax Planning
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Forget to File? The IRS Didn’t Forget About You
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If you haven’t filed yet and expect to owe, submit an extension ASAP to dodge the hefty late filing penalty.
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The Art of Giving (Without Triggering Form 709)
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In 2024, you could gift up to $18,000 per person without filing a Form 709, thanks to the annual gift tax exclusion under IRC §2503(b). In 2025, that number bumps up to $19,000, or $38,000 if you’re married and splitting the generosity. You can gift to as many people as you want—friends, family, your dog…
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Backdoor Roth IRA Conversions: A Powerful Strategy for High Earners
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High-income taxpayers are often phased out of making direct Roth IRA contributions due to income limits, fortunately, the “backdoor Roth IRA” offers a legal workaround…
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RSU Tax Planning for Professionals with Equity Compensation
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If you’ve received Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as part of your compensation, understanding how they’re taxed is essential to avoid unexpected bills and plan effectively. This article is especially relevant to professionals in the following industries: RSUs are taxed as ordinary income when they vest. The fair market value of the shares on the vesting…
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How Much Do Charitable Donations Reduce Income Tax?
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If your expenses exceed the standard deduction and itemizing is more beneficial, you may wonder how donations affect your taxable income. Assuming an adjusted gross income (AGI) of $105,000, you can deduct cash contributions to qualified charities up to 60% of your AGI—approximately $63,000. Any contributions beyond this limit can be carried forward for up…
