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Five Overlooked Tax Breaks for Individuals

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Mar 3, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

Are you confused about which credits and deductions you can claim on your 2022 tax return? You’re not alone. With tax law becoming more complicated every year, it’s hard to remember which tax breaks are available in any given year. With that in mind, here...

Tax Implications When Employed in the Family Business

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Mar 2, 2023 | Business, Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

When a family member employs someone, the tax implications depend on the relationship and the type of business. Taxpayers and employers need to understand their tax situation. Here is what to know: Married People in Business Together Generally, a qualified joint...

What To Do if You’re Missing Important Tax Documents

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Mar 1, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

As the April 18th tax deadline quickly approaches, last-minute tax filers should make sure they have all their documents before filing a tax return. You should have received a Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, from each of your employers for use in preparing your...

Taxable vs. Nontaxable Income

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Feb 6, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

Are you wondering if there’s a hard and fast rule about what income is taxable and what income is not? The quick answer is that all income is taxable unless the law specifically excludes it. But as you might have guessed, there’s more to it than that....

How Filing Status Affects Your Tax Return

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Feb 3, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

A taxpayer’s filing status defines the type of tax return form they should use when filing their taxes. Filing status can affect the amount of tax they owe, and it may even determine whether they need to file a tax return at all. As taxpayers get ready for the...

Standard vs. Itemized Deductions

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Feb 2, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

When completing a tax return, taxpayers have two options: take the standard deduction or itemize their deductions. Most taxpayers use the option that gives them the lowest overall tax. Due to all the tax law changes in recent years, including increases to the standard...
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