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Blackstone leads $2bn deal for PE-owned accounting firm

Private Equity Insights

A Blackstone-led investor group is acquiring a majority stake in US accounting firm Citrin Cooperman, valuing the company at over $2bn, according to sources cited by the Financial Times on Tuesday. This could mark Blackstones first investment in the accounting sector. Deutsche Bank Securities Inc.

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4 Ways Retirees Pay Too Much in Taxes

The Motley Fool

And if you plan for all retirement-related expenses -- including taxes -- count yourself among the brilliant. Every day, some retirees pay too much in taxes. For example, municipal bonds are never taxed at the federal level (which can save you big bucks in retirement). Here are four ways they allow it to happen.

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5 Ways to Lower Your New York State Tax Bill

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images Ah, New York, the Empire State: home to the Big Apple, cascading waterfalls, and, not so proudly, some of the highest taxes in the nation. Whether you're a city slicker dodging taxis or a country dweller enjoying the serene landscapes, one thing unites all New Yorkers: the quest to lower that pesky tax bill.

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Can I Claim the Child Tax Credit This Year?

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images At this point of the year, a lot of people are starting to buckle down and focus on taxes. And it's definitely a good idea to start gathering your paperwork, whether it's 1099 forms from your brokerage account or tax forms from your employer. One such credit is the Child Tax Credit.

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Why Summer Is a Great Time to Find an Accountant

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images Whether you need an accountant for your small business or your own personal needs, it's important to find the right person for the job. If you've yet to find the right accountant for you, it pays to focus on that search during the summer months. Accountants tend to be very busy during tax season.

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When Do You Pay Taxes on Money in Your IRA?

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images IRAs are retirement savings accounts you can open with any brokerage firm. You can invest in an IRA if you don't have a workplace 401(k) plan and you want to save for retirement in an account that offers tax benefits. But that doesn't mean you are never taxed on the money you contribute to them.

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5 Valuable Tax Credits You Should Know About in 2024

The Motley Fool

Image source: Getty Images If you haven't started your 2023 taxes yet, you may want to get moving. Although the April 15 filing deadline is still more than a month and a half away, the sooner you get through the process, the sooner your tax refund, if applicable, can hit your bank account. Of that, up to $1,600 is refundable.

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