Tax | The Nowack Pogodzinski Group

Understanding tax strategies and managing your tax bill should be part of any sound financial approach. Some taxes can be deferred, and others can be managed through tax-efficient investing. With careful and consistent preparation, you may be able to manage the impact of taxes on your financial efforts.

The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

Strategies for Estimated Tax Payments

Had a spike in income this year? These tax strategies can help you maximize it – without incurring trouble with the IRS

You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…

Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.

Washington Policy Research: Key Takeaways from the Tax Bill

Just before the July 4 holiday, Congress passed a significant piece of tax legislation, coined the One Big Beautiful Bill.

Strategies for Estimated Tax Payments

Had a spike in income this year? These tax strategies can help you maximize it – without incurring trouble with the IRS

What Do Your Taxes Pay For?

Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.

Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased

The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.

The “One Big Beautiful Bill" Act: How It May Impact You

Congress’s new bill locks in key tax rules for the future – what does it entail, and what does it mean for your plan?

Tax Deductions You Won't Believe

Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.

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The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

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Articles

Underdiscussed Economic Cushions as War in Iran Continues

"Shock and awe” economic policy is helping buffer the economic fallout from the conflict with Iran.

Taking Advantage of Tax-Loss Harvesting

There can be tax benefits to selling securities that have underperformed – if you’re thoughtful about it.

Election Results Key to Estate Tax Changes in 2025

The outcome of November's presidential and congressional elections will be key to potential estate tax changes in 2025.

You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…

Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.

Understanding Marginal Income Tax Brackets

An inside look at how marginal income tax brackets work.

Two Important Structural Shifts Shaping the Economy

Artificial intelligence and de-globalization are shaping the world economy and policymaking for years to come.

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

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