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3 Tax Tips for LGBTQ Americans

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Image source: Getty Images In a perfect world, tax season wouldn't be stressful at all -- state and federal governments would tell us what we owe (or how much we overpaid) directly, and issue a tax refund or a bill, depending on your status. Read more: we researched free tax software and put together a list of the best options here 1.

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Why I'm Considering Selling Pfizer for Tax-Loss Harvesting Purposes

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As the year comes to an end, it's time to think about which stocks to sell for tax-loss harvesting. in 2023, making it a prime candidate for tax-loss harvesting. Pfizer currently offers a generous 5.67% yield, which doesn't augur well for its prospects in 2024. The company's shares have dropped by a whopping 43.5% That's fine.

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Does Retiring Abroad Impact My Social Security?

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The prospect, however, raises questions. Social Security benefits may be taxed but generally aren't double -taxed First and foremost: Yes, with a few exceptions, you can still collect Social Security retirement benefits you're eligible to receive when you're living overseas. Chief among them is how these payments are taxed.

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Google Parent Company Alphabet Just Proved Why Dividends Matter, Even for Growth Stocks

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Shareholders owe taxes on dividend income but not buybacks. The latter also reduces the outstanding share count, increasing earnings per share and decreasing the company's dividend liability over time. But once you consider all the advantages of big tech companies, it's clear why the trend can continue.

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4 Fantastic Money Management Rules to Help You Enjoy Your Retirement, and Have Cash Left Over

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Many people are focused on investment growth, tax strategies, or even distribution tactics after they've stopped working. Make sure that you account for any tax liabilities, especially on pension income or any distributions from tax-deferred retirement accounts.

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3 No-Brainer Vanguard ETFs to Buy in May

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The primary driver behind this trend is the exceptionally low fees and tax-friendly nature of these funds. Actively managed funds generally charge hefty fees and can generate considerable tax liabilities. Image Source: Getty Images. However, the VBR's median market cap of $6.9

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Is Walgreens Boots Alliance Stock Going to $20? 1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks So.

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Given that Bretthauer's prior estimate called for the pharmacy chain's shares to trade around $27, her update signifies increasing bearishness about its prospects for growth and profitability. According to an updated price target issued by financial analyst Daniela Bretthauer at HSBC , the stock could fall even further soon, to $20.