Friday, 29 August, 2025
The IRS has recently announced updates to contribution limits for Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and employer-sponsored retirement plans, effective for the 2025 tax years. Here’s a comprehensive overview: IRA Contribution Limits: 2025: The contribution limits remain the same as in 2024: $7,000 for those under 50 and $8,000 for those […]
Mount Rushmore National Memorial, located in the Black Hills of Keystone, South Dakota, is one of the United States’ most iconic monuments. It features the carved faces of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln, each selected for their symbolic representation of American ideals and […]
If you want to sell a high-value property and roll the proceeds into multiple new homes (one to live in, one or more as rentals), there are two different tax regimes at play: Section 121 (home-sale exclusion) for your principal residence (up to $500,000 of gain excluded if married filing […]
There are three main ways couples communicate with each other: through spoken words, gestures, and writing. Dialogue can be expressed verbally, through body language, or in writing. Yet, one of the most common reasons marriages fall apart is because couples stop talking, stop understanding, and stop truly connecting with each […]
Estate Tax and Inheritance Tax are often confused, but they have distinct differences. The Estate Tax is a tax on the total value of a deceased person’s estate before it is distributed to the heirs. This tax is paid by the estate itself. The Inheritance Tax, on the other hand, […]
Social Security has been a cornerstone of retirement income for millions of Americans, but recent tax changes could move its insolvency date forward—meaning benefit cuts may arrive sooner than expected. For seniors, retirees, and those planning to retire in the next decade, understanding this shift is essential for protecting financial […]
Purchasing travel/vacation packages through a travel agency versus a warehouse club like Costco, BJ’s, or Sam’s Club has its own set of pros and cons. Here’s a detailed comparison to help you make an informed decision: Travel Agency Pros: Personalized Service: Travel agencies often provide personalized service, tailoring packages to […]
To avoid outliving your retirement savings, you need to take a strategic approach that involves careful planning and disciplined spending. Below are specific tips with dollar amounts based on a person with an average lifetime salary of $75,000 a year. 1. Understand Your Living Expenses Rent/Mortgage: If you’re paying $1,500/month […]
Smart Tips to Prepare for Unexpected Medical Costs After Age 62: Many people assume that once they turn 65 and enroll in traditional Medicare, most of their healthcare costs will be fully covered. The truth is: Medicare covers a lot—but not everything. Retirees are still responsible for premiums, deductibles, copayments, […]
The life cycle of hair consists of three phases: Anagen (Growth Phase): This is the active phase where hair grows, lasting 2 to 7 years. About 85% of hair is in this phase at any given time. Catagen (Transition Phase): A short transitional phase where hair growth stops, lasting 2 […]