Business or Hobby?

Business or Hobby?

The difference between having a hobby and running a business can be confusing. However, the difference is important because the IRS treats hobbies and businesses differently. Trade or business. Generally, a trade or business is an activity carried...
Qualified Charitable Distributions

Qualified Charitable Distributions

Individuals must receive annual required minimum distributions (RMDs) out of their retirement plan or IRA when they reach age 73 or older (this age will be increased to 75 in future years). For some taxpayers, the RMDs will bump them into a higher tax bracket and...