What is the IRA Contribution Limit for 2014?

Question: What is the IRA Contribution limit for tax year 2014? Answer: The maximum amount of IRA contribution is $5,500 per taxpayer for tax year 2014. The maximum contribution amount increases to $6,500 for taxpayers over 50 years old. IRA contribution and 401K contribution are different.  401K contribution maximum amount […]

How much is Social Security Tax?

Question: How much is Social Security Tax? Answer: Social Security tax has always been 15.3% since 1990.  The 15.3% percent is shared between the employer and the employee.  Meaning, if you worked at Walmart and earned $100, you have to pay 7.65% or $76.50 and Walmart, the employer, has to […]

What is the Personal Exemption for 2014?

Question: What is the personal exemption for tax year 2014? The personal exemption for tax year 2014 (Due April 15, 2015) is $3,950.  Each taxpayer and qualified dependent is qualify for the personal exemption of $3,950. The qualified exemption phase out begin when the Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) exceeds $254,200 […]