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The mega backdoor Roth: a straightforward strategy for high earners locked out of Roth IRAs
- February 4, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
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For high-income professionals locked out of traditional Roth contributions, mega Roth conversions offer a powerful alternative. By contributing after-tax dollars to fill unused space under the $72,000 annual 401(k) limit and immediately converting them to Roth, eligible savers can funnel tens of thousands annually into tax-free growth.
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Understanding Trump Accounts: what parents need to know about the new child-focused IRA
- January 29, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
Trump Accounts are a new type of tax-advantaged retirement account for children, created under 2025 legislation and clarified by recent IRS guidance. While contributions can’t begin until mid-2026, families can begin preparing now. This article explains what is currently known, what remains uncertain, and how Trump Accounts compare to other common savings tools like Roth IRAs and 529 plans.
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IRS clarifies 100% first-year bonus depreciation rules
- January 27, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
The IRS recently issued new guidance clarifying how the permanent 100% bonus depreciation deduction will work moving forward. This allows businesses to fully deduct the cost of qualified property in the year it’s placed in service, rather than depreciating it over several years.
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Your 2026 tax season survival guide
- January 22, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
For most people, tax season brings a quiet panic about what they might be forgetting and a last-minute rush to pull everything together before the deadline. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With just a little preparation, you can avoid surprises, minimize your tax bill, and make the entire process smoother for both you and your advisor.
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How to use installment sales to spread real estate capital gains over time
- January 19, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
Selling appreciated real estate? Learn how installment sales can help you spread capital gains over time, reduce your tax burden, and align payments with retirement or income planning goals. This guide explains how the strategy works, when it applies, and what tax rules to watch for, including depreciation recapture and related-party restrictions.
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Rental or business? Navigating the tax treatment of short-term rentals
- January 14, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
Understand how the IRS taxes short-term rentals, from the 14-day rule to deductible expenses and 1099-K reporting. A must-read guide for short-term rental hosts.
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IRS grants employers penalty relief for 2025 tip and overtime reporting
- January 7, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
The IRS is offering penalty relief for 2025 as employers struggle to comply with new reporting requirements for tips and overtime pay under the OBBBA. While businesses won’t face penalties this year for failing to separately report qualified tips, overtime compensation, and occupation codes, this transition period is explicitly temporary—and smart employers will use it to prepare for full compliance in 2026.
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New year, new rules: What to know about IRS changes taking effect this month
- January 5, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
The IRS and Congress have enacted tax law changes and regulatory updates that take effect this month and will impact individual taxpayers, employers, retirement plan sponsors, and businesses of all sizes. From tax filing to retirement planning, here are a few key things you should know about what’s new this year.
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It’s time! What to prepare for tax year 2025 filing
- January 2, 2026
- Posted by: Cummings, Keegan & Co
- Category: Article
Whether you’re an individual taxpayer or business owner, preparing early for tax time can reduce delays, minimize errors, and help your tax pros do their best work on your behalf. Our team has put together a practical guide to get you started on the right foot this tax season, including key deadlines, commonly required documents, and planning considerations.
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Congress Passes Significant Tax Bill
- July 14, 2025
- Posted by: Tax Services
- Category: Tax, Tax Legislation
On July 3rd, Congress passed the bill commonly known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). It is the most significant piece of federal tax legislation since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA). Much of the TCJA was set to expire at the end of 2025, and the new bill modified
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