We're almost halfway through the year. Is your estate in order? If not, here are some tips to get it done in 2025.

If you do not rely on RMDs for living expenses, there are several options to optimize the use of these funds while striving ...

Gifting stocks is one way to pass along wealth while deferring taxes, especially when the value is less than $19,000. Start ...

Giving your child money toward a down payment can help them save money and borrow less when buying a home. This can be especially helpful when they're dealing with soaring home prices and ...

Imagine your child is getting married and you want to help pay for their wedding. You’ve been saving for years and now have ...

Taxing the rich is a policy typically associated with Democrats. Since most voters think the wealthy don’t pay enough in ...

On a list of the five American urban areas with the highest property taxes, the first four are all in Illinois, according to ...

With inheritance tax bills rising fast, giving financial gifts to your loved ones early could be a great way to reduce your ...

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, ...

A recent Tax Court order highlights the gift and estate planning opportunities afforded when a senior family member makes ...

The Des Moines Public Schools district is set to transform Jackson Elementary into a Montessori school, marking the start of a broader reimagining of education in the city.

President Donald Trump escalated his administration’s fight with Harvard University by threatening its tax-exempt status after the school defied the government’s demands to change its policies ...