Tax strategies

“The discussions we’re having now are, ‘Call your municipality and try to establish what your liability is. Call your mortgage holder,’” an advisor said.

In a year where the market has reached new heights, protecting client’s wealth from losses, including the costs of taxes, is just as important as generating returns.

What the next generation of tech innovation means for planners.

Financial planners report wide demand to learn how to exploit changes in the tax code.

If clients miss an RMD, they will be subject to a penalty equal to half the amount they should have taken, and they'll still owe ordinary income taxes on distributions.

Personal exemptions may be lost but households can expect higher savings from the child tax credit, an advisor says.

Geography, occupation and family size will determine whether the bill helps or hurts.

The proposal includes changes in everything from the corporate tax rate to Obamacare.

Be aware of changes to retirement savings plans and alimony. Here’s what clients and advisors need to know.

The revised GOP tax bill lets investors keep the flexibility to sell whichever shares they want.