California has its own income tax laws that differ from federal tax laws. One of these differences is how Social Security benefits are taxed. On the federal income tax return, up to 85% of Social Security benefits may be subject to income tax. However, California has a more generous exclusion for Social Security benefits. In … Read more
FICA taxes are a combination of two federal taxes, the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax and the Medicare tax. FICA tax is used to fund Social Security benefits for retired, disabled, and survivor beneficiaries, while Medicare tax is used to fund Medicare benefits for elderly and disabled beneficiaries. Both of these taxes are withheld … Read more
When it comes to a property, a mortgage is a loan secured by the property itself, while a tax lien is a claim by the government on the property due to unpaid taxes. The priority of these claims depends on when they were filed. In general, a mortgage that was recorded before the tax lien … Read more
Prepaid tax is a type of prepayment that is made to a government agency, such as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States, before the tax liability is due. It is often used by businesses to manage their cash flow and avoid late payment penalties. Prepaid tax is recorded as an asset on … Read more
Outplacement counseling, a service that aids employees in their job search after being laid off, typically falls under the umbrella of taxable income. This stems from the fact that such services are often provided by external vendors and paid for by the employer. As a result, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers these payments as … Read more
When you receive RSUs, they are not taxed immediately. Instead, they are taxed when they vest, which typically means when you have worked for a certain period of time or when certain performance goals are met. When they vest, RSUs are taxed as ordinary income, which means that they are taxed at your marginal tax … Read more
Delaware’s corporate tax laws are designed to attract and retain businesses. Some of the key features of Delaware’s tax code include: No corporate income tax: Delaware does not impose a corporate income tax on businesses that are incorporated in the state, regardless of where they do business. Low franchise tax: Delaware’s franchise tax is one … Read more
If you sell scrap metal for profit, you may need to pay taxes on the proceeds. The taxability of scrap metal sales depends on several factors, including the frequency of sales, the amount of profit made, and the specific laws and regulations in your jurisdiction. In some cases, selling scrap metal may be considered a … Read more
Taxi medallions in New York City are a limited-entry system operated under the Taxi and Limousine Commission. This means that a fixed number of medallions are issued by the city and they are required for any vehicle to operate as a taxi in the city. Due to the limited supply and high demand for medallions, … Read more
In New York, several strategies can be employed to minimize or even eliminate estate tax liability. One effective approach is making lifetime gifts, which can reduce the value of your taxable estate. Establishing a revocable living trust can also be beneficial as it allows you to transfer assets into the trust while maintaining control over … Read more