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7 Easy Ways to Decrease Your Income Tax and Keep More Money

 1) Maximize Your Contributions to Your 401(k) Plan Many employers will offer a 401(k) plan. Employees need to take advantage of this plan. This will likely be one of the cornerstones of your retirement plan. If your employer offers a


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9 Easy Steps for a Mid-Year Tax Review

This article is original content written by Thomas Scanlon, CPA, CFP® of Manchester, CT. Half of the year is almost over.  Don’t wait until the end of the year to do your planning. It’s time for your Mid-Year Tax Review.  


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7 Smart Year End Tax Planning Moves

  1) Harvest Capital Losses Capital gains property includes stocks, bonds and mutual funds.  Currently, the stated rate on long term capital gains is 15%.  If you have a net loss after netting all of your gains and losses, the


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5 Reasons Everyone Should Contribute to an IRA

  Here are the five reasons everyone should contribute to an IRA. 1) Income Tax Deduction.  Many taxpayers who contribute to an IRA will get a tax deduction.  Some taxpayers with higher incomes that participate in a retirement plan at


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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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