New Jersey State

FinanceBuzz

Are you paying more than you should in property taxes? Learn the art of legal tax reduction with these foolproof methods for homeowners.

14 Totally Legal Ways To Lower Your Property Taxes

NJ Spotlight

There’s still plenty of time to apply. The deadline to file for 2023 tax year is Oct. 31. The latest round in the Senior Freeze property-tax relief program began July 15, with the first reimbursement checks issued. The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation said it will continue issuing weekly reimbursements as more applications are filed and approved.

Senior Freeze property-tax relief checks are flowing

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Purchasing property at a county court tax sale can be an intriguing opportunity for investors and prospective homeowners alike. The allure of acquiring properties below market value is compelling, but the process can be intricate and daunting. Understanding the nuances of these sales is crucial to navigating them successfully. This guide will walk you through the steps of buying property at a county court tax sale, shedding light on the procedures, potential pitfalls and strategic considerations.

How to buy property at a county court tax sale

Alabama State

Despite the Federal Reserve’s wishful thinking in 2021, inflation has persisted to create an inflationary environment not seen in 40 years. While investors welcome recent cooling trends, the Fed has yet to achieve its 2 percent annual inflation target. For landlords, tenants and other commercial taxpayers, it’s unsurprising that...

Property Taxpayers Should Combat Inflated Tax Assessments

Retirement Daily

Investing in rental properties can be a great way to generate passive income.

3 Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Investing in Rental Properties

Mediaite

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in North Carolina on Friday and offered details on her economic policies should she be elected president in November. Harris has been under attack from Donald Trump, who has called her a “communist” and insulted her intelligence. Harris framed much of her message...

Harris Promises a ‘Tax Cut’ For More Than 100 Million Americans: ‘You Keep More of Your Hard Earned Money’

You can't always avoid taxes, but on these income sources, you won't pay as much as you expect.

Retirees Don't Have To Pay Taxes on These Kinds of Income

Whether you're filing your own taxes or you are a professional, understanding what income the IRS doesn’t tax can be very helpful. Here are 10 types of earnings that are not taxed.

10 Types of Income the IRS Will Not Tax in 2024 (Thankfully!)

SmartAsset

Indexed universal life (IUL) insurance offers a unique blend of life insurance protection and the potential for cash value growth linked to market indexes. One of the primary tax advantages of IUL policies is that the cash value growth is typically tax-deferred, meaning you won’t pay taxes on the gains as they accumulate within the […] The post How Taxes for Indexed Universal Life (IUL) Insurance Work appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.

How Taxes for Indexed Universal Life (IUL) Insurance Work

The Motley Fool

Don't assume those benefits will hit your bank account, no questions asked.

Why Your Social Security Payments May No Longer Be Safe

New York City, NY

Chicago, IL

Fox News

Anti-Israel agitators hurled smoke bombs and expletives in Harlem Wednesday night after a Kamala Harris campaign party in what could be a preview of DNC 2024.

Chaos erupts at Kamala Harris NYC event as DNC braces for Chicago unrest

When it comes to money, one of my rallying cries is this: "Personal finance is personal." This is especially true when I offer debt payoff education to folks with low or lower middle class incomes. Lower income earners have a different experience becoming financially stable than higher income earners because of math and economic conditions, not moral failings or poor decision-making.

5 Ways to Pay Down Debt on a Low Income

Colorado State

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Denver, CO

The Denver City Council postponed Monday until Aug. 19 spending $25.5 million on lawn equipment for maintaining city parks and golf courses. Council member Sarah Parady made the motion to postpone until Aug. 19 voting on two contracts. The first is for $17 million with Pattlen Enterprises. Another is for $6.5 million with Potestio Brothers Equipment. A third contract is for $2 million with Colorado Golf and Turf Inc.

Denver postpones buying $25.5 million in gas-powered lawn equipment

GOBankingRates

We've all had some rough budgeting months. Maybe we've overspent on groceries, had a medical emergency, or had other unexpected expenses crop up.  Whatever the case, if you're needing some extra time...

7 Monthly Bills You Can Choose to Pay Late Without Fees

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

It's important to understand when they apply and how to make it so they're less of a nuisance. It's important to know how RMDs work -- and plan for them accordingly. Saving for retirement in a traditional IRA or 401(k) has its benefits. You get a tax break on the money you contribute to these accounts, and you don't pay taxes on your gains year after year. Rather, those investment gains are tax-deferred until you start taking withdrawals, which you can do without a penalty beginning at age 59 1/2.

3 Myths About Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) in Retirement You Shouldn't Believe

Bergen County, NJ

Leonia, NJ

New York Post

A 92-year-old New Jersey woman died with no apparent living family or friends to claim her body — so dozens of kind strangers joined forces to help pay for her funeral, headstone and grave site, officials told The Post Friday.

Carmela Polimeni, of Leonia, wasn’t married and had no children or local surviving relatives, making it hard for the funeral home in possession of her remains to track down her next of kin.

“We put an ad in the paper because we legally had to. We didn’t think there would be this much of an outpouring,” said Gloria Booker, owner of Eternity Funeral Services of Englewood. “Complete...

Strangers team up to pay for funeral of NJ woman, 92, who died with no living family, friends: ‘One of the saddest things’

Michigan State

Michigan is 26th in the nation when it comes to solar, but the legislation is expected to prompt a significant increase in solar business. Michigan recently barred homeowners associations from banning rooftop solar, joining 29 other states and Washington D.C. in doing so. Canary Media reported on the new development,...

Governor expected to sign legislation into law to protect 'energy rights' of homeowners under HOAs: 'This bill is so important'

LehighValleyLive.com

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The next ANCHOR property tax benefit: Your questions answered.

New Jersey residents have been eagerly awaiting their ANCHOR property tax benefit. The benefits, which are for the 2021 tax year, will pay up to $1,500...

The next ANCHOR property tax benefit: Your questions answered.

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