Tax Planning
The latest news and developments that advisors need to create meaningful tax planning strategies for clients.
12 Best & Worst Annuity Issuers: Q2 Sales, 2025
By Allison BellEven with economic uncertainty framing the quarter, sales rose at seven of the ranked firms.
August 11, 2025
Trump Removes IRS CommissionerPresident Donald Trump removed former congressman Billy Long as IRS commissioner after less than two months on the job.
August 08, 2025
12 Worst States for an Affordable Retirement: 2025These locations have challenges around such lifestyle areas as safety, health care and the arts, Bankrate researchers found.
August 07, 2025
IRS Won’t Lower Withholding This Year to Reflect Trump Tax CutsThe move will enlarge refunds paid out to taxpayers early next year, ahead of the midterm elections.
August 07, 2025
10 Best Dividend Stocks in 2025: MorningstarThese are analysts' picks among 75 high-yield stocks that meet screening requirements for quality and financial health.
August 05, 2025
New Tax Law Speeds Up Social Security Depletion: Chief ActuaryThe old-age trust fund will run dry a year earlier, in 2032, according to a nonpartisan analysis.
August 04, 2025
Under Trump's New Tax Law, Here's What to Know About SALT Cap WorkaroundThe workaround, available in most states, is still highly relevant for high-income taxpayers.
August 01, 2025
New Tax Law Eases Reporting Rules for Gig Work, Payment AppsThe One Big Beautiful Bill made a change that could greatly reduce 1099 reporting burdens for some clients.