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Taxes

Stay informed on tax rules and implications affecting federal employees and retirees, including guidance on taxes for FERS and CSRS annuities, Social Security taxation, TSP withdrawals, and retirement income planning. Explore updates on IRS regulations, withholding rules, state tax considerations, and policy changes that influence how federal retirement benefits are taxed. Find clear explanations and practical insights to help federal employees understand how different income sources are treated and how tax changes may impact their financial planning.

Senators Still Concerned About Unexpected Tax Bills for Some Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 20, 2018 8:48 AM | Updated: Nov 28, 2018 10:24 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Two Senators are again pressing the GSA to do more to help some federal employees who could potentially face an unexpected tax bill.

Taxpayers Have a New Guide to the Tax Law Changes

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 7, 2018 2:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Wooden block letters spelling 'tax' with an old style alarm clock sitting on top of them; both are sitting on a wooden desk with a calculator and books pictured off to the side

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act modified tax rules starting in 2018. This new guide from the IRS alerts individual taxpayers to important changes.

2019 Contribution Limits Announced for the TSP

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 1, 2018 11:33 AM | Updated: Nov 13, 2018 12:44 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The IRS has announced the 2019 contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs. How much extra will you be able to save?

Should Federal Employees Pay Off Their Homes?

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbOct 24, 2018 3:20 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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Should you pay off your home mortgage? The author discusses some pros and cons to consider in weighing the decision.

Roth Re-Characterization Deadline Fast Approaching

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeOct 9, 2018 2:37 PM | Updated: Oct 18, 2018 12:36 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
words written on a light brown background separated by downward pointing arrows to show a progression reading 'IRA' -> 'Conversion' -> 'ROTH' depicting a Traditional IRA to Roth IRA conversion

Have you re-characterized a Roth IRA? This October has an important deadline for taxpayers using this technique.

IRS Wants to Help (Seriously)

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 12, 2018 2:53 PM | Updated: Sep 18, 2018 7:33 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
IRS income form 1040 sitting on a desk wit a pencil and a calculator along with a post it note that reads 'tax time'

The tax law has changed and readers may be having too much or too little withheld. The IRS wants to help.

IRS Changing Format of Tax Transcripts

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 23, 2018 1:53 PM | Updated: Feb 21, 2020 12:46 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
Image of the top left of IRS form 1040 individual income tax form with a pen and calculator

The IRS announced it is changing the format of tax transcripts in an effort to protect taxpayers’ personal data.

IRS Encourages Taxpayers to Do a ‘Paycheck Checkup’

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 17, 2018 2:54 PM | Updated: Aug 26, 2018 5:45 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
United States Treasury check pictured on top of IRS form 1040 depicting a tax refund from the IRS

The IRS is advising taxpayers to verify their paycheck withholding amounts to ensure they don’t end up with a big refund next year.

How Much is $100 Worth in Your State?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 15, 2018 2:24 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A new report shows the spending power of $100 in each of the 50 states.

Taxes Are Temporarily ‘On Sale’ – Are You Taking Advantage?

By Tom WalkerJul 30, 2018 3:44 PM | Updated: Feb 21, 2020 12:41 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Word 'tax' written on a chalkboard with a hand drawing a line through it depicting tax breaks/tax savings/tax deductions

With federal spending rising, future individual tax rates are expected to be higher. The author describes options for offsetting this potential tax burden.

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