The best retirement plans let you hope for the best and prepare for the worst. From stock market free-falls to soaring inflation, there are five major retirement risks that your retirement plan must be ready to handle. In this article, we explore each risk, as well as strategies you can use to keep your nest …
The average federal tax refund for 2019 is $2,725—enough to buy two 70-inch flat screen TVs and a steak dinner. But while it might be tempting to rush off to the nearest Best Buy and indulge in a luxury purchase, GoBankingRates reports that most Americans plan to use their refunds to pay down debt, invest, …
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Don’t let your 2017 tax refund fall victim to tax fraud. After last fall’s Equifax data breach, taking steps to protect yourself from identity theft is more important than ever. Here are four steps you can take to keep your refund—and your identity—safe. 1. File Early Filing early is the best defense against tax …
Although the new tax bill might mean that Tax Year 2017 is the last year you need to itemize, there is still plenty of time to take advantage of these often-overlooked tax deductions. For many Americans, itemizing can help lower their tax bill or increase their refund. The savings can go further than you think. …
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Scratching your head about what is in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act? You’re not alone—Connecticut was one of the top five states to search “what does tax reform mean for me” in 2018, according to Google Trends. But no matter where you stand on the political spectrum, Cowen Tax Advisory Group is here …
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