IRA and Roth IRA – Education Penalty

Even if you are under age 59 ½, if you paid expenses for higher education during the year, you may be exempt from the federal 10% early withdrawal penalty for the portion of a taxable distribution from an IRA or Roth IRA that is less than the qualified higher...

Income Tax Withholding

If employed, your employer withholds income tax from your paycheck and pays it to the IRS and state taxing authority in your name. Tax liabilities and withholding amounts are reconciled during tax season, resulting in either a tax refund or a tax payment due. A...

Capital Gain Distribution

Capital Gains   Unrealized The term ‘unrealized’ describes the appreciation or decline in market value of a security during the holding period. At the time of sale, the unrealized gain or loss becomes realized (see below). Realized The term ‘realized’ describes the...

Estimated Tax Payments FAQs

Who Must Pay Estimated Tax? Individuals who are unable to withhold income tax from their income stream generally have to make estimated tax payments if they expect to owe federal tax of $1,000 or more when their return is filed. This may include: Self-employed...

IRA to HSA Rollover

Transferring money from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to a Health Savings Account (HSA) involves moving funds from a retirement account to a tax-advantaged medical savings account. This process is known as an IRA-to-HSA rollover. However, it’s important...