Tax Planning
The latest news and developments that advisors need to create meaningful tax planning strategies for clients.
IRS Floats Updated Regs on Business Meals, Entertainment
By Melanie WaddellTax lawyer Andrew Friedman tells ThinkAdvisor what advisors should know about the proposed rules.
February 21, 2020
Top 10 Tax Facts for 529 College Plans in 2020Many clients don't fully understand 529 plans, and the issue is compounded by the Secure Act and the 2017 tax overhaul.
February 20, 2020
Taxpayers Still Confused About 2017 Changes: SurveyThree-quarters of taxpayers are unaware of more recent tax-related laws like the Secure Act, according to an audit defense firm.
February 20, 2020
LPL Brings on $495M Reps: Recruiting RoundupMeanwhile, Raymond James and Wells Fargo pick up advisors from wirehouse firms and other broker-dealers.
February 19, 2020
Secure Act's New Retirement Plans: MEPs, ARPs & PEPsNext year, small-business clients will have even more options for providing retirement benefits to employees.
February 19, 2020
High-Income Tax Evaders Can Expect IRS Home VisitIRS to boost face-to-face visits with taxpayers earning $100,000 or more that did not file a tax return.
February 19, 2020
Many Americans Financially Unprepared for Divorce, WidowhoodA solid percentage of people are avoiding these uncomfortable topics, a TD Ameritrade survey finds.
February 18, 2020
New RIA in a Box Open API Helps Advisors With Compliance: T3 Tech RoundupOther developments revealed at T3 include an AI-powered tech solution and an new Orion Connect interface.