Retirees in These 9 States May Lose Some of Their Social Security Benefits at Tax Time
No one enjoys tax time, but if you're a senior, it can be especially difficult. Not only are you living off a fixed income, but the IRS typically doesn't withhold anything from your retirement account withdrawals upfront, so you may wind up with a bill when you file your return.Retirement account withdrawals and earnings from a job may not be the only taxable income you have, either. The federal government taxes seniors' Social Security benefits if their income exceeds certain thresholds. If you live in one of the following nine states, you could owe some state Social Security benefit taxes as well.But before you panic, doublecheck your state's rules because you may be exempt. Here's a more detailed rundown.Continue reading
No one enjoys tax time, but if you're a senior, it can be especially difficult. Not only are you living off a fixed income, but the IRS typically doesn't withhold anything from your retirement account withdrawals upfront, so you may wind up with a bill when you file your return.
Retirement account withdrawals and earnings from a job may not be the only taxable income you have, either. The federal government taxes seniors' Social Security benefits if their income exceeds certain thresholds. If you live in one of the following nine states, you could owe some state Social Security benefit taxes as well.
But before you panic, doublecheck your state's rules because you may be exempt. Here's a more detailed rundown.
