Taxes & Tax Planning

8 Financial Habits to Start Before Tax Season Beckett Financial Group

8 Financial Habits to Start Before Tax Season

Tax season can be challenging, especially if one is not financially prepared. While it may seem tedious, preparing beforehand can save time from last-minute hassles and help optimize tax returns. Therefore, adopting certain financial habits before the onset of tax season may help lighten the tax season’s load. 1. Regular expense monitoring—The first habit to […]

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2025 Social Security Benefits and Taxes Beckett Financial Group

2025 Social Security Benefits and Taxes

People often misunderstand Social Security retirement benefits and taxation since not all benefits are taxable. The amount of benefits one receives and how much Federal tax applies depend primarily on the income level of the receiver and other factors. How to determine if benefits are taxable If Social Security benefits are the only source of

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Covering New Tax Proposals From the "Project 2025" Agenda Beckett Financial Group

Covering New Tax Proposals From the “Project 2025” Agenda

Project 2025, a policy blueprint developed by the Heritage Foundation, has stirred significant attention due to its controversial tax proposals. This 900-page mandate from the conservative think tank outlines profound changes that could fundamentally alter the federal government, including the tax system. Here’s what you need to know about Project 2025 and its potential impact

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Tax Strategies: How to Lower Your Tax Bill in Retirement Beckett Financial Group

Tax Strategies: How to Lower Your Tax Bill in Retirement

Given the constantly fluctuating economic climate, developing strategic planning methods to ensure a comfortable retirement has become more critical than ever. One such strategy to complement this is tax planning. Effective tax planning before and during retirement can enhance the longevity of your retirement savings by lowering your tax bill. Here are six tax-reducing strategies

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