Gilt funds are mutual funds that invest primarily in government securities such as Treasury bills, bonds, and other debt instruments issued by the government. The returns on these funds are generally considered taxable, but the tax treatment may vary depending on the type of gilt fund and the investor’s tax bracket. Short-term capital gains on … Read more
Diapers are not tax deductible as a medical expense unless they are prescribed by a doctor for a specific medical condition. There is a common misconception that diapers are tax deductible because they are considered a medical expense. However, the IRS only allows deductions for medical expenses that are primarily to alleviate or prevent a … Read more
When you earn money, your employer typically withholds taxes from your paycheck. These taxes go towards paying for government programs and services. However, not all types of income are subject to withholding. Some types of income that are not creditable with withholding income tax include: gifts, inheritances, scholarships, and prizes. These types of income are … Read more
Chemotaxonomy, a field that analyzes the chemical composition of organisms, is a valuable tool for investigating relationships among species and understanding evolutionary patterns. By comparing and contrasting the chemical profiles of different organisms, researchers can identify unique biochemical markers or “chemical signatures” that characterize specific taxonomic groups. These markers, such as the presence or absence … Read more
The tax you owe when cashing out a mutual fund depends on how long you’ve held it. If you’ve held it for less than a year, the gains will be taxed as short-term capital gains, which are taxed at your ordinary income tax rate. If you’ve held it for more than a year, the gains … Read more
Pretax deductions are those that you take out of your paycheck before taxes are calculated. They are excluded from your taxable income, so you pay less in income taxes. This can be a significant savings, especially if you have a lot of deductions. Some common pretax deductions include health insurance premiums, 401(k) contributions, and flexible … Read more
If you are claimed as a dependent on your parents’ tax return, your filing requirements depend on various factors. Generally, you don’t need to file taxes if you meet specific criteria. These criteria include being under 19 (or under 24 if a full-time student), having gross income below a certain threshold, and not being married … Read more
Relevying taxes refers to the process of imposing taxes on properties that have already been subject to foreclosure. It typically occurs when the initial tax sale did not generate sufficient funds to cover the outstanding tax debt. In such cases, the taxing authority can relevy the taxes, which means reassessing the property and recalculating the … Read more
Tax avoidance is the legal exploitation of tax rules to reduce or eliminate tax liability. It involves taking advantage of tax loopholes and allowances to minimize the amount of tax owed. While tax avoidance is not illegal, it may be considered aggressive or unethical by some. In some cases, tax avoidance may be mistakenly interpreted … Read more
Unappropriated retained earnings are a company’s profits that have not been distributed to shareholders as dividends or reinvested in the business. Since these earnings remain within the company, they are not subject to personal income tax. They are only taxed when they are either distributed to shareholders or when the company liquidates and distributes its … Read more