Are Non-Profits Exempt From Capital Gains Tax?

When a corporation is granted and maintains tax-exempt status, it doesn’t have to pay taxes on any profits. But does that hold true if a profit comes from capital gains on an investment? We’ll explain non-profits and capital gains taxes.

Nov 5, 2022

What is an Example of a Wash Sale?

Day traders can violate the wash sale rule because of their trading frequency. However, it isn’t only day traders who are susceptible to this tax rule. The worst part is that many people have no idea how it works or that it exists, allowing the rule to creep up on them. The result can be an increased tax bill. We’re going to look at what the wash sale rule is, along with a few examples of how it works.

Nov 5, 2022

What is the Difference Between Capital Gains and Dividends?

People invest in capital assets for the potential cash flow and appreciation possibilities. These take the form of dividends and capital gains. While both can aid in portfolio profitability, capital gains and dividends are quite different.

Nov 4, 2022

What is Macroeconomic Risk?

We’ve said it before, and we’ve said it often: There is no such thing as risk-free investing. Certainly, there are varying degrees of risk when investing. But all investments carry risks including (but not limited to) capital, default, currency, inflation, and interest rate risks.

Nov 3, 2022

Where Can I Get a Beneficiary Deed Form?

A beneficiary deed form—also referred to as a transfer on death deed—is a method of transferring the title to real estate when the owner dies. People planning the disposition of their assets may use these deeds to avoid probate and make it simpler for their heirs to take ownership of property. Using a beneficiary deed might make sense if you have property but not enough assets to warrant establishing a trust.

How are Capital Gains Reported on Form 1120-S Taxed?

Reporting capital gains as a business when taxed as an S-corp means using two forms. One of those forms is called 1120-S. We will go through what this form is and how capital gains are reported on it.

Nov 1, 2022

What Is A Realistic Retirement Budget?

As retirement age approaches, it’s important to be financially prepared for what lies ahead. The thought of living on a fixed amount of money during your later years can feel daunting. Setting a realistic retirement budget ensures that you’ll have the funds you need during this time.

Nov 1, 2022

How Long Can Capital Gains be Carried Forward?

The IRS offers a variety of instructions concerning gains or losses resulting from the sale of capital assets. These include capital gains tax rates, short-term versus long-term capital gains, and carry forwards/carry overs.

Oct 31, 2022

What Does Landlord Insurance Cover?

A landlord can be a small investor renting out one or two single-family homes, a significant investor with multiple commercial properties, or anywhere in between. Where the investor falls along that spectrum will likely influence how much and what kind of landlord insurance they acquire, but every landlord should have some. The Oxford Language dictionary defines insurance as “an…arrangement by which a company…provides a guarantee of compensation for specified loss, damage, illness, or death in return for payment of a premium.” Basically, the owner (landlord) pays the insurance company in exchange for financial protection against specific losses.

Does Standard Deduction Apply to Capital Gains?

The U.S. income tax code, officially designated the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), is a large document that was enacted by the U.S. Congress through Title 26. Additional tax guidance is located in Treasury regulations, sometimes referred to as federal tax regulations.

Oct 30, 2022

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