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Charitable-Giving Tax Breaks Related to Your Vacation Home
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S'mores around the campfire, cannonballs in the pool — vacation homes can be used for many things. Owners may even be able to claim charitable-giving tax breaks related to their properties. But the rules are tricky, and the circumstances must be just right. We explore some of the pertinent details.
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When Are Disability Benefit Programs Exempt from ERISA?
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Some companies provide income-replacement payments to employees who are unable to work due to illness or injury. These disability programs may not be subject to the requirements of ERISA. There is a safe harbor that exempts some payroll practices. This article answers one employer's question about a possible exemption, and lists conditions that would make a plan ineligible for safe harbor treatment.
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Withdrawing Your IRA Funds
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The tax laws regarding withdrawals from IRAs are complex. Depending on your age, you could end up paying penalties for taking money out too early or for not taking money out on schedule. After you have passed on, your heirs also need to know when to take money out to steer clear of penalties. Keep reading to learn the rules.
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The True Costs of Insurance Fraud
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Many people call insurance fraud a victimless crime, but the reality is far from that. Its costs ripple across the economy, affecting consumers, businesses and public resources. Combating this issue requires collective action and a renewed commitment to integrity within the insurance system.
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