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Capital gains and losses: New twists for 2012

The end of the year is the traditional time for securities investors to “harvest” capital losses for federal income tax purposes. But there’s an added wrinkle in 2012: Due to pending tax law changes, you might try to reap more capital gains than losses. Thus, the usual strategy of…

Should a freshman in college have a credit card?

Should you send your child off to college with a credit card? Opinions are divided, both among parents and financial advisors. It’s a situation that can work out really well or really badly, depending on the student and the parents.

At its best, everyone benefits from giving a student a…

Retirement Tax Tip

Consider a Roth IRA if you qualify for one. The beauty of a Roth is that your investment grows tax-free, and qualified withdrawals from a Roth will be completely tax-free. Contact our office for more information.

Summer Tax Tip

Do you own a boat or recreation vehicle? Are you thinking about buying one? As long as the vehicle has sleeping space, a bathroom, and cooking facilities, you may be able to claim it as a second home and deduct the interest and tax payments on your loan.