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Is Tithing Tax Deductible?

Tithing can be tax deductible if your place of worship is registered as a charitable organization, which most churches are. However, there’s much more to...

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How to Avoid Gift Tax When Sharing Wealth

Being generous with your wealth in your golden years is beneficial in a number of ways. However, if you plan on donating gifts to your...

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Capital Gains Tax in Arizona: Everything You Need to Know

In Arizona, the current capital gains tax rate is 2.5%. This article will explore the capital gains tax in Arizona, discuss hypothetical investment scenarios, and...

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Your Guide to Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT)

Investing is a core pillar of building wealth. But, if you’re not careful, taxes like the net investment income tax (NIIT) can eat away at...

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Dynasty Trusts: Benefits for Taxation and More

Designed to last several generations, a dynasty trust provides significant tax advantages and protection against creditors while ensuring assets are efficiently transferred, protected, and managed...

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2025 Tax Law Changes

Staying up-to-date with tax law changes is an important yet often exhausting job. The tax code in the United States is notoriously complex and constantly...

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Preparing for Estate Tax Exemption Sunset

2025 is an especially good year to start planning your estate, largely due to the federal estate tax exemption that is slated to sunset. Right...

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The Best Tax-Free Investments: A Comprehensive Guide

It has been said that taxes are the biggest impediment to building wealth. While that may be true, taxes don’t have to be inevitable. Many...

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A Guide to Tax-Loss Harvesting

Increasing volatility has caused many investors to be concerned about their exposure to the stock market. Even after an extended period of positive gains, investors...

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Arizona Charitable Tax Credit Guide

The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit presents a rare win-win opportunity for AZ taxpayers: reduce your tax bill while also supporting a charitable organization of your...

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Year-End Tax Planning Checklist

It probably doesn’t occur to most people that the month of December is the last opportunity to lower their tax liability for the year. Even...

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