9"Above-the-Line" Deductions for Your 2021 Return By: Stacey Nickens Taxpayers often ask me about deducting mortgage interest payments or medical expenses. However, many taxpayers do not claim these popular deductions because it is more beneficial for them to take the standard deduction. On 2021 returns, the standard deduction is $12,550 for single filers and [...]
The holidays can be both busy and expensive. With that in mind, it can be helpful to get your finances in order before you get wrapped up in gift buying and pie making. Use the next few weeks to lower your tax bill, save for retirement, and plan for your future health needs. 1. [...]
4 Key Steps to Reviewing Your Company's Insurance Options By: Stacey Nickens How much money can you save in an hour? If you spend an hour cooking instead of going out to eat, you could save $100 or more. Spending an hour on the treadmill could save you on health costs down the line. [...]
With open enrollment season in full swing, many of you may be reviewing different health insurance options. When reviewing their options, some people gloss over health savings accounts (HSAs) because they're unsure of how to use and benefit from an HSA. However, HSAs can be powerful savings and tax-reduction vehicles, and if your employer [...]
Choosing Your Medigap Plan By: Stacey Nickens Many seniors rely on Medicare to cover their health expenses. However, Medicare doesn't cover all healthcare expenses. Part B will provide coverage for up to 80% of your medical expenses. This coverage only kicks in once you hit your deductible, and Part B does not have an [...]
6 Things Medicare Won't Cover By: Stacey Nickens Facing unexpected medical costs in retirement can be a significant financial challenge. With that in mind, it's important to understand the procedures and services that aren't covered by Medicare Part A or Part B. Part A is hospital insurance that covers impatient stays at hospitals and [...]
IRS Announces HSA Contributions Limits for 2022 By: Stacey Nickens Health savings are an important part of any financial plan. It's crucial that you prepare for unexpected medical costs, especially as you get older. HSAs, or Health Savings Accounts, offer a tax-advantaged way to save for and cover these health costs. You can deduct [...]
4 Above-the-Line Deductions for Taxpayers Who Don't Itemize By: Stacey Nickens The 2017 tax reform legislation increased the standard deduction, such that few taxpayers itemize their deductions. In 2020, the standard deduction is $12,400 for single filers and $24,800 for joint filers. Few taxpayers will accumulate enough individual deductions to exceed the standard deduction [...]
Reducing Drug and Healthcare Costs By: Stacey Nickens October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. As we celebrate those who have survived breast cancer and remember those we have lost to breast cancer, I believe it's important to consider the steep healthcare costs that many of us face. An average American pays $1,200 for medications each [...]
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