Missouri Tax and Business Blog from Premier Services

06 January 2023

Start Off on the Right Foot for the 2023 Tax Year

Individuals and small businesses should consider various ways of starting off on the right foot for the 2023 tax year.

David M Robson

04 January 2023

Wonder What a Tax Deduction Is Worth?

Individuals are always looking for tax deductions that can reduce their tax liability. But what is the actual tax benefit derived from a tax deduction? There is no straightforward answer because some deductions are “above the line”, others must be itemized, some must exceed a threshold amount before being deductible, and certain ones are not deductible for alternative minimum tax purposes, while business deductions can offset both income and self-employment tax. In other words, there are many factors to consider, and the tax benefits differ for everyone, depending on their particular situation and tax bracket.

David M Robson

Taxes

29 December 2022

Status Of The Biden Administration’s Student Loan Forgiveness

President Biden's student loan debt forgiveness plan was originally authorized by an executive order and announced on August 24, 2022. It subsequently hit a snag when two court cases put a hold on the plan, which was one of Biden’s campaign promises.

David M Robson

Taxes

27 December 2022

Sec 529 College Savings Plan Features and Tax Benefits

A common question parents have is, “How might I save for a child’s post-secondary education in a tax-beneficial way?” The answer depends on how much the education is expected to cost and how much time is left until the child heads off to college or a university or enters an apprenticeship program.

David M Robson

Taxes

26 December 2022