What is the Additional Medicare Tax and Who Pays It?

On Nov. 26, 2013, the IRS issued final regulations implementing the Additional Medicare Tax (AMT) as added by the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Some taxpayers may be required to pay an Additional Medicare Tax if their income exceeds certain limits. Here are some things that you should know about this tax: Tax Rate.  The Additional […]

Life Changes Cause Tax Changes: Mid-Year Review

Each year, many people get a larger refund than they expected. Some find they owe a lot more tax than they thought they would. If this happened to you, review your situation to prevent another tax surprise. Did you marry? Have a child? Have a change in income? Some life events can have a major […]

Still Time to Act to Avoid 2014 Tax Surprises

Even though only a few months remain in 2014, you still have time to act so you aren’t surprised at tax-time next year. You should take steps now to avoid owing more taxes or getting a larger refund than you expect. Here are some actions you can take to bring the taxes you pay in […]