What to Do Now with Coverdell ESAs

Coverdell Education Savings Accounts, or ESAs, were greatly enhanced by the Economic Growth Tax Relief Act of 2001 as a tax-advantaged way to pay for education. However, the provisions in that act are set to expire at the end of 2010 and likely will not be extended; starting in 2010, old rules will again apply. These old rules are not very favorable; you may want to take action with respect to existing Coverdell ESAs before the end of the year. More

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Turn health savings accounts into retirement income.Free

If you are covered by a high-deductible health plan and have a health savings account (HSA), you don't have to touch the funds in the account if you don't need to. Stay healthy and use the account to build up a source of retirement on a tax-deferred basis. Withdrawals from …More

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Q: Is the interest paid on my student loan tax deductible?Free
— Submitted by Charlotte

A: Yes, indeed it is, to an extent. Here is a simple breakdown. You can deduct your interest up to $2,500 per year. This is available to taxpayers with income under set amounts (different limits apply to single individuals and to joint filers). …More

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