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The Difference Between an IRA and a Roth IRA

Deciding whether to open an IRA or  a Roth IRA is a major decision with potentially large financial consequences. Both forms of the IRA are great ways to save for retirement, although each offers different advantages and rules. 


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The Difference Between Capital Gains and Ordinary Income

Most long-term capital gains are taxed at 15% for 2010.  This rate is scheduled to increase to 20% in 2011.  Unfortunately, we need to say “most” because there are some exceptions as follows: Taxpayers in the 10% and 15% ordinary


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Don't Look Now…Tax Rates are Headed Up!

The Bush era tax cuts are expiring.  Here are some of the key tax rates for 2010 and 2011: 2010                 2011 Ordinary Income                                   35%                 39.6% Long Term Capital Gains                       15%                 20% Qualifying Dividends                             15%                 39.6% Estate Tax                                              0%                 55% Unless Congress decides


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