Pension Plans: Definition and How They Differ From 401(k)s
For some people, a pension is a route to retirement, but often it’s not the only way to get there. Here’s what pensions are, how they work and options if…
Tina Orem
Tina Orem is NerdWallet's authority on taxes. She's been reporting on and writing about business and finance for over a decade. Her work has been featured by The Associated Press, USA Today, Consumers Digest, Advisor Today and other outlets. Email: [email protected].
Posts by Tina Orem:
Innocent Spouse Relief: How to Get It From the IRS
Innocent spouse relief is a way to avoid paying additional tax you might owe the IRS if your spouse or ex-spouse made significant errors on your joint tax return. Here’s…
What Is the Maximum Social Security Benefit in 2020?
The maximum Social Security benefit in 2020 is $3,790 per month if retiring at age 70. The max Social Security benefit per month is $3,011 for retirement at age 66;…
How to Do a 1031 Exchange: Definition, Rules and What to Know
If you’re thinking of selling a piece of property that could result in a big profit (and a big tax bill), a 1031 exchange could be a useful strategy. What…
Taxes on Investments: The Basics to Know to Reduce Your Bill
Investing is a fantastic way to build wealth and security, but it’s also a fantastic way to create a hefty bill if you don’t understand how and when the IRS…
Is Unemployment Taxable? Yes, and Here’s What You Can Do
Millions of Americans have filed for unemployment since the coronavirus pandemic started shutting down huge swaths of the U.S. economy in mid-March. If you’ve lost your job and are receiving…
Jackson Hewitt Tax Debt Resolution Service Review 2020
If you need tax relief, you can work directly with the IRS yourself (more about that at the bottom of this review). But if you want professional help, you can…
Optima Tax Relief Review 2020: Pros, Cons, How It Compares
If you need tax relief, you can work directly with the IRS yourself (more about that at the bottom of this review). But if you want professional help, you can…
Community Tax Review 2020: Pros, Cons and How It Compares
If you need tax relief, you can work directly with the IRS yourself (more about that at the bottom of this review). But if you want professional help, you can…
How to Work Around Delays in Major IRS Functions
The IRS has dialed back a number of taxpayer services amid the coronavirus outbreak, including cutting staffing for phone lines and leaving much of the mail it receives unopened. The…
