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How Inflation Will Affect Your 2024 and 2025 Tax Bills

RogerRossmeisl

Inflation can have a significant impact on federal tax breaks. While recent inflation has come down since its peak in 2022, some tax amounts will still increase for 2025. A larger standard deduction will shelter more income from federal income tax next year. The highest tax rate. For 2025, the highest.

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In 2025, the Social Security Wage Base is Going Up

RogerRossmeisl

As we approach 2025, changes are coming to the Social Security wage base. The Social Security Administration recently announced that the wage base for computing Social Security tax will increase to $176,100 for 2025 (up from $168,600 for 2024).

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The Amount You and Your Employees Can Save for Retirement is Going Up Slightly in 2025

RogerRossmeisl

In Notice 2024-80, the IRS recently announced cost-of-living adjustments that apply to the dollar limitations for retirement plans, as well as other qualified plans, for 2025. 401(k) plans The 2025 contribution limit for employees who participate in 401(k) plans will increase to $23,500 (up from $23,000 in 2024).

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Top Reasons Businesses Are Changing Their Sales Tax Processes in 2025

TaxConnex

The sales tax landscape is constantly evolving, and businesses must adapt to keep pace. But tax laws aren't the only things changingbusinesses themselves are growing, diversifying, and seeking new ways to streamline their operations. The top three reasons that respondents are looking to change their sales tax processes in 2025 are: 1.

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

Speaker: Debra L. Robinson

CPAs know the drill: taxes, compliance, rinse, repeat. By upskilling your accounting practices and shifting focus from tax compliance to the strategic movement of money, you can transform your role from reactive accountant to proactive financial strategist. . 📆 March 13, 2025 at 9:30am PT, 12:30pm ET, 5:30pm GMT

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Maximize Your 401(k) in 2025: Smart Strategies for a Secure Retirement

RogerRossmeisl

If your employer offers a 401(k) or Roth 401(k), contributing as much as possible to the plan in 2025 is a smart way to build a considerable nest egg. If youre not already contributing the maximum allowed, consider increasing your contribution in 2025. The amounts are indexed for inflation.

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Saving for College: Tax Breaks and Strategies Your Family Should Know

RogerRossmeisl

tax code may help ease the financial burden. Below is an overview of some of the most beneficial tax breaks and planning options for funding your childs or grandchilds education. Theyre treated as taxable gifts to the child, but theyre eligible for the annual gift tax exclusion ($19,000 in 2025).

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