Older Americans Face Higher Costs
The inflation rate for seniors is higher than the official numbers suggest. Adjusting benefits for this, however, would increase pressure on the Social Security trust fund.
by Kerry A. Lynch, Senior Fellow
New Tax Law Impacts Estate Planning
Larger exemptions and changes to the basis for taxing some assets may relieve some of the burden on inheritances and gifts.
by Steven J.J. Weisman, JD, Research Associate
Consumption Grows, but Jobs Still Lag
A closer look at the expansion reveals that employment conditions vary by sector, occupation, and education, and that different industries are recovering at different rates.
by Polina Vlasenko, PhD., Research Fellow
Larger exemptions and changes to the basis for taxing some assets may relieve some of the burden on inheritances and gifts.
by Steven J.J. Weisman, JD, Research Associate
Consumption Grows, but Jobs Still Lag
A closer look at the expansion reveals that employment conditions vary by sector, occupation, and education, and that different industries are recovering at different rates.
by Polina Vlasenko, PhD., Research Fellow
Ask the Expert: Tax Time
It’s a most wonderful time of the year, tax season! Time to find all of your tax information and begin to prepare your returns.
—Kevin T. McGrath, CPA, is a tax partner with BST Advisors, LLC.