Legislation
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What If We Ended 401(k) Tax Breaks to Save Social Security?
By John ManganaroProminent researchers differ on whether this would be double taxation or a smart use of revenue.
January 31, 2024
Repeal Income Tax on Social Security? What Retirement Experts Think of New BillIs the You Earned It, You Keep It Act realistic? Marcia Mantell, Michael Finke and others weigh in.
January 31, 2024
House GOP Mulls New Tax Bill on SALT DeductionThe bill could double the cap on the state and local tax deduction for couples, news reports said.
January 30, 2024
U.S. Faces 'Death Spiral' of Swelling Debt"Black Swan" author Nassim Nicholas Taleb says the deficit is reaching a point where the damage would take a miracle to reverse.
January 30, 2024
6 Things to Know About the Bill to Repeal Tax on Social SecurityAnalysis shows that the You Earned It, You Keep It Act could actually reduce the federal debt.
January 29, 2024
New Bill Repeals Social Security Tax, Raises Cap on WealthyIt would "be fully paid for by raising the cap for individuals earning more than $250,000 annually," said Rep. Yadira Caraveo.
January 29, 2024
Tax Bill With 100% Bonus Depreciation May Get House Vote This WeekIt also expands the small business expensing cap, increasing the immediate write-off to $1.29 million.
January 28, 2024
Calling Clients About Life and Annuities? There Are Laws for ThatThe penalty for a violation can range from $500 to $20,000.