The Benefits of Giving: Tax Edition
Obviously giving to charities provides a benefit in and of itself. However, charities usually incentivize donations by highlighting the fact that your donation is tax deductible. And while it’s…
Category: Tax
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Five Foundational Elements of a Financial Plan
Now that I’ve finally discussed insurance planning, I have touched on all of the foundational elements of a comprehensive financial plan. And since I have scattered my choice of money… -
Two key differences between spousal and domestic partner benefits
Speaking of gays and the workplace, Ben and I just reviewed our insurance benefits offered through his employer. Like many working couples, we had to decide whether we wanted to… -
Tax Deadline: Shutdown or not, October 15th is coming
People have felt the effect of the government shutdown in a variety of ways. As someone who deals with the IRS everyday, I have to say I’m enjoying the break… -
Marriage – a bonus or a penalty?
I’ve said this before, but it’s worth repeating: I love personal finance. Everything about it excites me– the fundamentals, insurance, investing, estate planning, etc. At my core, though, I’m a… -
Congrats! You and your partner have access to federal marriage benefits!!!
Alright…now for some legal stuff. As I said, June 26th, 2013 was a big day. But why? It wasn’t that gays and lesbians couldn’t get married at all; we could……