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Most Americans say they can't count on Social Security for retirement income
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 10, 2023
Most Americans say they can't count on Social Security for retirement income

The Allianz Life survey also showed fewer Americans than last year are worried about a major recession hitting the economy any time soon.

10 states that tax people the least
RETIREMENT TAX APR 08, 2023
10 states that tax people the least

As this year’s tax deadline approaches, take a look at the states that impose the smallest tax burden on residents, according to a WalletHub ranking that takes into account property, income and sales taxes.

10 states that tax people the most
RETIREMENT TAX APR 05, 2023
10 states that tax people the most

As this year’s tax deadline approaches, WalletHub ranks the states in terms of the property, income and sales taxes they impose on residents.

Incorrect RMD notices may result in distributions that aren’t exactly ‘required’
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 03, 2023
Incorrect RMD notices may result in distributions that aren’t exactly ‘required’

The problem arose from the passage of the SECURE 2.0 Act late last year, which didn’t give financial institutions time to update their systems.

Hopes for bipartisan Social Security fix dim amid Biden-GOP tensions
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2023
Hopes for bipartisan Social Security fix dim amid Biden-GOP tensions

Some members of an ad hoc group of lawmakers who are trying to fashion a deal say prospects have been diminished by President Joe Biden's accusations that Republicans want to cut benefits.

Social Security trust funds projected to be depleted in 2034
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 31, 2023
Social Security trust funds projected to be depleted in 2034

That's one year earlier than the trustees' report estimated last year; the report projects that 80% of benefits would be payable at that time.

Why you're wrong about direct indexing
RETIREMENT OPINION MAR 30, 2023
Why you're wrong about direct indexing

The strategy is meant to help advisors more precisely tailor a portfolio to a client's unique circumstances.

Fisher Investments becomes the latest example of high taxes driving people and businesses away
RETIREMENT RIAS MAR 28, 2023
Fisher Investments becomes the latest example of high taxes driving people and businesses away

The $197 billion RIA is heading to Texas after Washington state refused to dial back a 7% tax on capital gains.

Fisher Investments moving headquarters to Texas from Washington state
RETIREMENT RIAS MAR 27, 2023
Fisher Investments moving headquarters to Texas from Washington state

Its decision follows a ruling Friday by the Washington State Supreme Court allowing the state to impose a capital gains tax.

Investors face big tax bills for these mutual funds
RETIREMENT MUTUAL FUNDS MAR 22, 2023
Investors face big tax bills for these mutual funds

Even though the S&P 500 fell 19% last year, fund managers’ sales of securities to adjust their positions can result in capital gains.

Democratic senators take aim at estate tax strategies for ultra-wealthy
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 21, 2023
Democratic senators take aim at estate tax strategies for ultra-wealthy

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and three colleagues urge Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to curb the use of grantor retained annuity trusts in the name of tax fairness.

Broadridge partners with Apex Silver on integrated tax reporting
RETIREMENT FINTECH MAR 21, 2023
Broadridge partners with Apex Silver on integrated tax reporting

The new service combines tax data and cost-basis reporting into a single offering for banks, broker-dealers and custodians.

Now’s the time to talk about the future of Social Security
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 20, 2023
Now’s the time to talk about the future of Social Security

The InvestmentNews staff plans to ask policy and financial experts in the coming months about their vision for the future of Social Security in the 21st century.

Biden to urge 25% billionaire tax in budget proposal
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 09, 2023
Biden to urge 25% billionaire tax in budget proposal

The proposal, which has little chance of passing Congress, would also raise the top tax rate for Americans making $400,000, to 39.6% from 37%, reversing one of Trump's tax cuts.

Biden proposes tax hike on income over $400,000 to fund Medicare
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 07, 2023
Biden proposes tax hike on income over $400,000 to fund Medicare

The president's proposal, which would also give the government new power to negotiate drug prices, would extend the solvency of the Medicare trust fund beyond 2050, the White House says.

States with the highest property taxes in 2023
RETIREMENT TAX MAR 06, 2023
States with the highest property taxes in 2023

The taxes people pay on their homes can pose a major burden, but it depends on which state they live in.

A billionaire tax? Don’t bet on it
RETIREMENT REGULATION AND LEGISLATION MAR 06, 2023
A billionaire tax? Don’t bet on it

The political makeup doesn’t bode well for passing major tax legislation — and a bill that imposes a specific levy on billionaires would be substantial.

Hello, I must be going
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 06, 2023
Hello, I must be going

Advisors and clients will see a flurry of coveted tax breaks come and go in the next three years. Here’s how to keep track.

HSA participants fail to take full advantage of tax trifecta
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 03, 2023
HSA participants fail to take full advantage of tax trifecta

A study by the Employee Benefit Research Institute shows that relatively few account holders invest their funds in assets other than cash, although the number who do so is increasing.

Anxiety over tax refunds on the rise, Bankrate.com study shows
RETIREMENT TAX MAR 03, 2023
Anxiety over tax refunds on the rise, Bankrate.com study shows

Thirty-four percent of Americans surveyed fear their tax refund won’t make as big of an impact as a result of rising costs, while 33% worry the refund will be smaller than they expect.