The housing market is cooling as summer draws to a close and begins to transition into fall, with some cities around the U.S. seeing larger price decreases to attract buyers. Home sellers are moving to meet buyers in the middle with price reductions as high mortgage rates contribute to affordability…

An investment can increase substantially in value without creating an immediate federal income tax bill. In a taxable account, gains generally aren’t taxed until the asset is sold. That tax deferral can be valuable, but when and how the gain is eventually realized can have a significant effect on the…

The 65-day rule can give certain trusts more flexibility when deciding when to distribute income to beneficiaries. The IRS may treat an eligible distribution made during the first 65 days of a new tax year as though it occurred in the prior year. This can potentially shift taxable income from…