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  • Reaching the Age of 72: Retirement Milestones

    Reaching the Age of 72: Retirement Milestones At age 72, a key retirement milestone arrives: Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). Understanding RMDs is crucial for maximizing retirement income and ensuring a secure financial future. Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): Understanding the Basics What are RMDs? RMDs are mandatory withdrawals from retirement accounts, like 401(k)s and IRAs, that…

  • IRS seven tax brackets and federal income tax rates

      The IRS uses seven tax brackets to calculate your tax bill based on income and filing status. As your income rises, you may move into a higher tax bracket, which can increase the amount you owe in taxes.   It’s important to note that you do not pay the same tax rate on every…

  • IRS Standard Deduction for 2023, 2024, and 2025

    The IRS standard deduction is a crucial tax benefit that allows taxpayers to reduce their taxable income without itemizing individual deductions. This section provides an overview of the standard deduction amounts for the upcoming years and insights into understanding and maximizing this important tax-saving opportunity. Understanding the Standard Deduction What is the Standard Deduction? The…

  • Understanding Social Security Taxes in 2025

      In 2025, the Social Security payroll tax rate is 12.4%, which consists of 6.2% deducted from your paycheck and an additional 6.2% matched by your employer. For instance, if your taxable payroll income is $100,000 in 2025, the total Social Security payroll tax would be $12,400, split equally between the employee and employer, with…