Three Mutual Fund Tax Hazards to Avoid

Three Mutual Fund Tax Hazards to Avoid

Investing in mutual funds is an easy way to diversify a portfolio, which is one reason why they are commonly found in retirement plans such as IRAs and 401(k)s. But if you hold such funds in taxable accounts, or are considering such investments, beware of these three...
Filing for an extension isn’t without perils

Filing for an extension isn’t without perils

The federal income tax filing deadline is slightly later than usual this year—April 18—but it’s now nearly upon us. So, if you haven’t filed your return yet, you may be thinking about an extension. Extension deadlines Filing for an extension allows you to delay filing...