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The 529 savings plan: A tax-smart way to fund college expenses

If you’re saving for college, consider a Section 529 plan. Although contributions aren’t deductible...

Should you “bunch” medical expenses into 2015?

Medical expenses that aren’t reimbursable by insurance or paid through a tax-advantaged account...

Selling rather than trading in business vehicles can save tax

Although a vehicle’s value typically drops fairly rapidly, the tax rules limit the amount of...

Why you should contribute more to your 401(k) in 2015

Contributing to a traditional employer-sponsored defined contribution plan, such as a 401(k),...

All income investments aren’t alike when it comes to taxes

The tax treatment of investment income varies, and not just based on whether the income is in the...

Teens in your family with summer jobs? Set up IRAs for them!

Teenagers’ retirement may seem too far off to warrant saving now, but IRAs can be perfect for teens...

Act soon if you want to help your child buy a home

Mortgage interest rates are still at historically low levels, but they’re expected to go up by year...

Tread carefully when determining compensation for S corp. shareholder-employees

By distributing profits in the form of dividends rather than salary, an S corporation and its...

Melissa C. Stanley Joins Brown Edwards

Brown Edwards & Company, LLP is pleased to announce that Melissa C. Stanley, CPA has joined the...