Tax | Baird's Kansas City Office

Understanding tax strategies and managing your tax bill should be part of any sound financial approach. Some taxes can be deferred, and others can be managed through tax-efficient investing. With careful and consistent preparation, you may be able to manage the impact of taxes on your financial efforts.

Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

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The Facts About Income Tax

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

Understanding Marginal Income Tax Brackets

An inside look at how marginal income tax brackets work.

U.S. Deficit Peaked in 2024; Set to Decrease in 2025

The U.S. deficit is expected to decrease in 2025, regardless of which party wins the presidential election.

2024 Election Implications For Tariffs & Tax Legislation

Republicans secured a sweep in the 2024 election. However, slim majorities in Congress have implications for tax legislation.

Tax Deductions You Won't Believe

Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.

So You've Inherited Some Property...

Inheriting a noncash asset can present a set of issues. Use these tips to handle your inheritance in the best way possible.

Taking Advantage of Tax-Loss Harvesting

There can be tax benefits to selling securities that have underperformed – if you’re thoughtful about it.

Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased

The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.