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Taxes in Retirement

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Simplifying Tax Season: Essential Information for a Stress-Free Filing

January 31, 20232 min read

It's tax season! Do you have everything prepared?

A little preparation and organization can simplify the process and reduce your stress levels. Whether you're a seasoned filer or a newcomer to the process, here are some essential pieces of information to help make tax season as smooth as possible.

  1. Income: You'll need to report all sources of income, including wages, salaries, tips, unemployment compensation, dividends, and any other taxable income.

  2. Dependents: You can claim a tax credit for each dependent you have, such as a child or elderly parent. You'll need to provide information about your dependents, including their names, social security numbers, and relationship to you.

  3. Filing Status: Your filing status can affect your tax liability, so it's important to choose the status that best fits your situation. The five filing statuses are single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household, and qualifying widow(er) with dependent child.

  4. Filing deadline: Tax season typically runs from January to April, with a deadline of April 15th to file your federal tax return. Some states may have different deadlines, so it’s important to check with your local tax authority. For specific deadlines this 2023 you may download our 2023 tax planning guide.

  5. Tax Forms: Depending on your situation, you may need to file specific tax forms, such as the W-2 for wage and salary income, the 1099 for freelance and other types of income, and the Schedule C for self-employment income.

  6. Filing methods: You can choose to file your taxes electronically or by mail. Electronic filing is generally faster and more secure than traditional mail-in filing.

  7. Tax Credits: There are various tax credits available, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Child Tax Credit, and the American Opportunity Tax Credit.

Don't wait until the last minute to start your taxes. Thankfully, there are several resources available to help make this process easier. We are sharing to you our complete 2023 Tax Planning Guide.

Tax Planning Guide


Click here to download 2023 Tax Planning Guide


Got Questions: Book a 20-min Discovery Call with Edward

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volatility to maximize your income.

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Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market volatility to maximize your income.

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Social Security

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Simplifying Tax Season: Essential Information for a Stress-Free Filing

January 31, 20232 min read

It's tax season! Do you have everything prepared?

A little preparation and organization can simplify the process and reduce your stress levels. Whether you're a seasoned filer or a newcomer to the process, here are some essential pieces of information to help make tax season as smooth as possible.

  1. Income: You'll need to report all sources of income, including wages, salaries, tips, unemployment compensation, dividends, and any other taxable income.

  2. Dependents: You can claim a tax credit for each dependent you have, such as a child or elderly parent. You'll need to provide information about your dependents, including their names, social security numbers, and relationship to you.

  3. Filing Status: Your filing status can affect your tax liability, so it's important to choose the status that best fits your situation. The five filing statuses are single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household, and qualifying widow(er) with dependent child.

  4. Filing deadline: Tax season typically runs from January to April, with a deadline of April 15th to file your federal tax return. Some states may have different deadlines, so it’s important to check with your local tax authority. For specific deadlines this 2023 you may download our 2023 tax planning guide.

  5. Tax Forms: Depending on your situation, you may need to file specific tax forms, such as the W-2 for wage and salary income, the 1099 for freelance and other types of income, and the Schedule C for self-employment income.

  6. Filing methods: You can choose to file your taxes electronically or by mail. Electronic filing is generally faster and more secure than traditional mail-in filing.

  7. Tax Credits: There are various tax credits available, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Child Tax Credit, and the American Opportunity Tax Credit.

Don't wait until the last minute to start your taxes. Thankfully, there are several resources available to help make this process easier. We are sharing to you our complete 2023 Tax Planning Guide.

Tax Planning Guide


Click here to download 2023 Tax Planning Guide


Got Questions: Book a 20-min Discovery Call with Edward

Tax planningtaxtax guide
Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market
volatility to maximize your income.

The AFI Group

Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market volatility to maximize your income.

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Estate Planning

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Simplifying Tax Season: Essential Information for a Stress-Free Filing

January 31, 20232 min read

It's tax season! Do you have everything prepared?

A little preparation and organization can simplify the process and reduce your stress levels. Whether you're a seasoned filer or a newcomer to the process, here are some essential pieces of information to help make tax season as smooth as possible.

  1. Income: You'll need to report all sources of income, including wages, salaries, tips, unemployment compensation, dividends, and any other taxable income.

  2. Dependents: You can claim a tax credit for each dependent you have, such as a child or elderly parent. You'll need to provide information about your dependents, including their names, social security numbers, and relationship to you.

  3. Filing Status: Your filing status can affect your tax liability, so it's important to choose the status that best fits your situation. The five filing statuses are single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household, and qualifying widow(er) with dependent child.

  4. Filing deadline: Tax season typically runs from January to April, with a deadline of April 15th to file your federal tax return. Some states may have different deadlines, so it’s important to check with your local tax authority. For specific deadlines this 2023 you may download our 2023 tax planning guide.

  5. Tax Forms: Depending on your situation, you may need to file specific tax forms, such as the W-2 for wage and salary income, the 1099 for freelance and other types of income, and the Schedule C for self-employment income.

  6. Filing methods: You can choose to file your taxes electronically or by mail. Electronic filing is generally faster and more secure than traditional mail-in filing.

  7. Tax Credits: There are various tax credits available, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Child Tax Credit, and the American Opportunity Tax Credit.

Don't wait until the last minute to start your taxes. Thankfully, there are several resources available to help make this process easier. We are sharing to you our complete 2023 Tax Planning Guide.

Tax Planning Guide


Click here to download 2023 Tax Planning Guide


Got Questions: Book a 20-min Discovery Call with Edward

Tax planningtaxtax guide
Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market
volatility to maximize your income.

The AFI Group

Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market volatility to maximize your income.

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Investment Strategies

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Simplifying Tax Season: Essential Information for a Stress-Free Filing

January 31, 20232 min read

It's tax season! Do you have everything prepared?

A little preparation and organization can simplify the process and reduce your stress levels. Whether you're a seasoned filer or a newcomer to the process, here are some essential pieces of information to help make tax season as smooth as possible.

  1. Income: You'll need to report all sources of income, including wages, salaries, tips, unemployment compensation, dividends, and any other taxable income.

  2. Dependents: You can claim a tax credit for each dependent you have, such as a child or elderly parent. You'll need to provide information about your dependents, including their names, social security numbers, and relationship to you.

  3. Filing Status: Your filing status can affect your tax liability, so it's important to choose the status that best fits your situation. The five filing statuses are single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household, and qualifying widow(er) with dependent child.

  4. Filing deadline: Tax season typically runs from January to April, with a deadline of April 15th to file your federal tax return. Some states may have different deadlines, so it’s important to check with your local tax authority. For specific deadlines this 2023 you may download our 2023 tax planning guide.

  5. Tax Forms: Depending on your situation, you may need to file specific tax forms, such as the W-2 for wage and salary income, the 1099 for freelance and other types of income, and the Schedule C for self-employment income.

  6. Filing methods: You can choose to file your taxes electronically or by mail. Electronic filing is generally faster and more secure than traditional mail-in filing.

  7. Tax Credits: There are various tax credits available, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Child Tax Credit, and the American Opportunity Tax Credit.

Don't wait until the last minute to start your taxes. Thankfully, there are several resources available to help make this process easier. We are sharing to you our complete 2023 Tax Planning Guide.

Tax Planning Guide


Click here to download 2023 Tax Planning Guide


Got Questions: Book a 20-min Discovery Call with Edward

Tax planningtaxtax guide
Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market
volatility to maximize your income.

The AFI Group

Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market volatility to maximize your income.

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Business Owners

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Simplifying Tax Season: Essential Information for a Stress-Free Filing

January 31, 20232 min read

It's tax season! Do you have everything prepared?

A little preparation and organization can simplify the process and reduce your stress levels. Whether you're a seasoned filer or a newcomer to the process, here are some essential pieces of information to help make tax season as smooth as possible.

  1. Income: You'll need to report all sources of income, including wages, salaries, tips, unemployment compensation, dividends, and any other taxable income.

  2. Dependents: You can claim a tax credit for each dependent you have, such as a child or elderly parent. You'll need to provide information about your dependents, including their names, social security numbers, and relationship to you.

  3. Filing Status: Your filing status can affect your tax liability, so it's important to choose the status that best fits your situation. The five filing statuses are single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household, and qualifying widow(er) with dependent child.

  4. Filing deadline: Tax season typically runs from January to April, with a deadline of April 15th to file your federal tax return. Some states may have different deadlines, so it’s important to check with your local tax authority. For specific deadlines this 2023 you may download our 2023 tax planning guide.

  5. Tax Forms: Depending on your situation, you may need to file specific tax forms, such as the W-2 for wage and salary income, the 1099 for freelance and other types of income, and the Schedule C for self-employment income.

  6. Filing methods: You can choose to file your taxes electronically or by mail. Electronic filing is generally faster and more secure than traditional mail-in filing.

  7. Tax Credits: There are various tax credits available, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Child Tax Credit, and the American Opportunity Tax Credit.

Don't wait until the last minute to start your taxes. Thankfully, there are several resources available to help make this process easier. We are sharing to you our complete 2023 Tax Planning Guide.

Tax Planning Guide


Click here to download 2023 Tax Planning Guide


Got Questions: Book a 20-min Discovery Call with Edward

Tax planningtaxtax guide
Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market
volatility to maximize your income.

The AFI Group

Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market volatility to maximize your income.

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BLOGS & RESOURCES

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Simplifying Tax Season: Essential Information for a Stress-Free Filing

January 31, 20232 min read

It's tax season! Do you have everything prepared?

A little preparation and organization can simplify the process and reduce your stress levels. Whether you're a seasoned filer or a newcomer to the process, here are some essential pieces of information to help make tax season as smooth as possible.

  1. Income: You'll need to report all sources of income, including wages, salaries, tips, unemployment compensation, dividends, and any other taxable income.

  2. Dependents: You can claim a tax credit for each dependent you have, such as a child or elderly parent. You'll need to provide information about your dependents, including their names, social security numbers, and relationship to you.

  3. Filing Status: Your filing status can affect your tax liability, so it's important to choose the status that best fits your situation. The five filing statuses are single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household, and qualifying widow(er) with dependent child.

  4. Filing deadline: Tax season typically runs from January to April, with a deadline of April 15th to file your federal tax return. Some states may have different deadlines, so it’s important to check with your local tax authority. For specific deadlines this 2023 you may download our 2023 tax planning guide.

  5. Tax Forms: Depending on your situation, you may need to file specific tax forms, such as the W-2 for wage and salary income, the 1099 for freelance and other types of income, and the Schedule C for self-employment income.

  6. Filing methods: You can choose to file your taxes electronically or by mail. Electronic filing is generally faster and more secure than traditional mail-in filing.

  7. Tax Credits: There are various tax credits available, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the Child Tax Credit, and the American Opportunity Tax Credit.

Don't wait until the last minute to start your taxes. Thankfully, there are several resources available to help make this process easier. We are sharing to you our complete 2023 Tax Planning Guide.

Tax Planning Guide


Click here to download 2023 Tax Planning Guide


Got Questions: Book a 20-min Discovery Call with Edward

Tax planningtaxtax guide
Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market
volatility to maximize your income.

The AFI Group

Helping families break free from debt, rising tax rates, and market volatility to maximize your income.

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The content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information in this material is not intended as tax or legal advice. Please consult legal or tax professionals for specific information regarding your individual situation. Some of this material was developed and produced by FMG Suite to provide information on a topic that may be of interest. FMG Suite is not affiliated with the named representative, broker - dealer, state - or SEC - registered investment advisory firm. The opinions expressed and material provided are for general information, and should not be considered a solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security.


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CONTACT US:


info@theafigroup.com

Office: 714.543.5900

Hours: Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM

DISCLAIMER:


The content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information in this material is not intended as tax or legal advice. Please consult legal or tax professionals for specific information regarding your individual situation. Some of this material was developed and produced by FMG Suite to provide information on a topic that may be of interest. FMG Suite is not affiliated with the named representative, broker - dealer, state - or SEC - registered investment advisory firm. The opinions expressed and material provided are for general information, and should not be considered a solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security.


We take protecting your data and privacy very seriously. As of January 1, 2020 the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) suggests the following link as an extra measure to safeguard your data: Do not sell my personal information.


Life insurance & annuity services provided by Advanced Financial, Steve Sousa CLU, CA License#0476190

Brian Walker CA License #0H13310 | Jessica Markworth CA License #0E56830 | Jill Sousa CA License # 0L05626

Securities investment services provided by Inception Financial Services with advisory services offered through AlphaStar Capital Management.