5 Year-End Tax-Planning Strategies to Consider Before the End of the Year November 2, 2023 1:10 PM   |  

It’s a good idea to review tax-planning strategies at the end of the year. Some strategies can even help reduce the tax burden or give yourself a larger refund.

5 min read  |  Tax Strategy
Retiring? Keep an Eye on These 5 Retirement Tax-Planning Strategies April 19, 2023 12:55 PM   |  

As you approach the end of your career, it’s important to understand retirement tax strategies. Here are five things to keep an eye on.

3 min read  |  Retirement Planning
New Tax Time Strategy: Tax-Loss Harvesting April 19, 2023 12:25 PM   |  

Tax-loss harvesting available to TD Ameritrade Investment Management, LLC clients with taxable accounts invested in ETF Model portfolios.

4 min read  |  Tax Strategy
Learning About Learning Costs: Making Sense of Education Expense Tax Deductions and Credits April 19, 2023 12:05 PM   |  

If you have kids, you already know that education can be expensive. But your dear Uncle Sam has offered up a number of tax deductions and tax credits to help you.

3 min read  |  College Savings Plans
Is the 1040-SR Tax Form Right for You? If You’re a Senior, It Could Be January 31, 2023 10:09 AM   |  

What is the 1040-SR form? If you're going to be 65 or older at the start of 2023, you can file your taxes with this form. Here's everything you need to know.

5 min read  |  Income Tax
What Happens When You Inherit an IRA? Here’s a Breakdown August 31, 2022 11:02 AM   |  

Inherited IRA? Here’s what you need to know about making the most of that money.

5 min read  |  Estate Planning
Still Seeking Fun in Retirement? Pursuing Goals and Dreams in a Post-Pandemic Retirement June 7, 2021 10:30 AM   |  

The COVID-19 pandemic may have clouded retirees’ views on pursuing their retirement dreams. Some might be rethinking views on gathering in crowds and heading to foreign destinations.

5 min read  |  Retirement Lifestyle
Taxes: The Business of Running Your Trading Business January 4, 2021 10:30 AM   |  

Taxes can be a drag. But they're necessary. And as a trader, there are some things you should know about taxes. Being aware of some important items at the start of the year can help make the process simpler and quicker.

5 min read  |  thinkMoney Magazine
Government Gridlock: Which Stock Sectors Might Benefit? November 18, 2020 10:30 AM   |  

In the past, gridlock in Washington has often been associated with strong outcomes for the stock market. It looks like we’ll have gridlock again in 2021, so which sectors stand to possibly benefit, and is there any potential market downside?

5 min read  |  
Cost Basis: Capital Gains, Losses, and Mythical Beings September 30, 2020 10:30 AM   |  

Knowing cost basis can be helpful, especially when it comes to preparing your taxes. Calculating it can be cumbersome, but TD Ameritrade makes the process simple by doing most of the work. Just select the data you want and export it in different formats.

3 min read  |  Web Platform
Portfolio Reassessment in the Time of COVID-19: Not Your Typical Midyear Review June 2, 2020 4:00 AM   |  

Many people review their investments once a year. But many things can happen over the course of 12 months that might impact your investment portfolio, and this year it's especially important to review your financial situation as the COVID-19 crisis continues to upend markets.

5 min read  |  Portfolio Strategy
First Time Home Buyer? 2017 Real Estate Tax Law Changes June 12, 2018 4:00 AM   |  

Thinking of buying a home but don't know what to expect from the changes to the tax code standard deduction? See how tax codes can impact purchasing your new home.

5 min read  |  Income Tax
Tax Incentives: Govt Guiding Good Choices in Savings, Investing April 2, 2018 12:00 AM   |  

Tax incentives are designed to stimulate the economy. See the popular tax deductions and tax credits aimed at education, home buying and retirement savings from TD Ameritrade.

3 min read  |  Income Tax
What Is a Tax Refund Anyway? Demystifying and Maximizing February 21, 2018 11:00 PM   |  

What is a tax refund and how do I get as big a one as possible? Learn the most commonly missed refund tips and tricks from TD Ameritrade.

3 min read  |  Income Tax
REITs: Real Estate for Those Who Don’t Fancy Being a Landlord September 18, 2017 12:00 AM   |  

Got a property but don't want to be a landlord? Here's why you might consider selling the place and rolling the cash into a REIT.

3 min read  |  Real Estate
Life Happens: Have You Tweaked Your Portfolio Along the Way? August 28, 2017 12:00 AM   |  

Life has a way of happening, and investors should consider life changes as a time to assess retirement portfolios and long-term goals.

3 min read  |  Portfolio Strategy
No Free Lunch with Municipal Bonds, But Here’s a Coupon for You March 27, 2017 12:00 AM   |  

Municipal bonds are exempt from federal taxes, and maybe some state taxes as well. But there are certain tax considerations when investing in munis.

3 min read  |  Portfolio Strategy
Tax Season (and More) Made Simpler With the TD Ameritrade Mobile App March 2, 2017 11:00 PM   |  

The TD Ameritrade Mobile app now has up to 7 years of tax documents and 10 years of statements available from your iOS or Android device.

2 min read  |  Mobile Apps
Job-Hopping? Don’t Skip These Retirement Ideas February 23, 2017 11:00 PM   |  

Switching jobs and looking to save for retirement? Figuring out how much to save, avoiding high fees, and using tools and calculators can help remove the gues

4 min read  |  IRA & 401k Plans
Real Estate: The New Twist on Portfolio Diversification November 21, 2016 11:00 PM   |  

S&P Dow Jones Indices recently added real estate to its list of sectors. Perhaps it’s time to explore real estate investment trusts (REITs).

2 min read  |  Real Estate

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