Tax Planning and Strategy

Would You Like to Shrink Your Yearly Tax Burden?
Our Proprietary Plan Will Minimize Your IRS Liability.

Our tax professionals focus on mastering the nuances of tax law, complex tax codes and staying up-to-date on changes that will affect your tax returns throughout the year.

We do this because we know that planning is the key to valuable tax savings and we want to help you plan for greater income by implementing tax savings strategies throughout the year that will benefit you all year long.

Our clients pay the least amount of taxes allowable by law because we help them look for ways to minimize their tax burden.

Let us help you with your tax planning, too!

Did you know, for instance, that you can…

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Move your income into lower tax brackets by splitting income among family members or legal entities.

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Shift income and/or expenses to different years in order to best take advantage of lower rates.

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Defer tax liability through some types of investment options.

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Avoid tax liability through some types of investment options, both on the federal and state level.

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Increase your tax deductions by purchasing things that you enjoy.

These, and other Tax Saving Strategies will help you:

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Benefit from the growth and savings of your own assets by keeping them out of the government’s hands.

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Reduce taxes on investments so that you can grow your money quicker.

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Keep more of what you make by reducing your taxed income.

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Defer income in order to keep your money now and pay your taxes later.

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Understand estate taxes and planning so that your family gets to keep more of what you make.

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Give money while reducing taxes to maximize your giving potential.

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Plan for retirement in ways that best benefit you rather than the IRS.

When you become our client, you are paying for a tax planning service that will pay you back. Most of our clients experience tax burden relief, as well as time saved and peace of mind. Our fees are often paid back through the reduced tax liability you will enjoy as part of our planning and legitimate tax savings strategies.

What Are Some Things I Should Do Before December 31st to Save Money and Taxes?

As the holidays are just a few weeks away across Southeastern Wisconsin, the year-end rush brings more than festive cheer. It's your last chance to optimize finances before the 2026 tax season starts. At The Neal Group, we've helped countless local families and...

A Moment to Give Thanks for My Milwaukee Clients

As we’re entering Thanksgiving week, I’ve been thinking about how “interesting” this year has been. And I mean that in the polite way we describe things that are not exactly a joyride.The national noise was intense.- Inflation nearly made eggs feel like a...

What Are The Best Safe Online Shopping Tips For Milwaukee Holiday Shoppers?

Key Takeaways Watch for IRS impersonation scams.  Use a password manager. Strong, unique passwords for every account are non-negotiable. Keep your devices updated. Software updates often patch newly discovered security flaws. Use antivirus...

How Tax Resolution Can Save Your Holidays (Yes, Really)

As the holidays begin and family gatherings start, the last thing you need is IRS notices ruining the holidays. In Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin, tax stress can hit hard this time of year. But here's the good news: tax resolution services from The Neal Group...

How Do Milwaukee Investors Avoid Capital Gains Taxes From Selling Investments Or Property?

 Key TakeawaysHold for at least one year and a day to qualify for lower long-term capital gains rates. Use losses to offset gains through tax-loss harvesting (but beware the wash sale rule). Time your sale during a lower-income year to take advantage of...

Grateful for Our Clients: A Tax Team that Feels Like Family

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What is in the One Big Beautiful Bill? Child Tax Credit Changes for Milwaukee Families

Key TakeawaysThe Child Tax Credit (CTC) is now worth up to $2,200 per child for 2025 taxes (filed in 2026). Up to $1,700 of the credit is refundable if you don’t owe any taxes. Because of the OBBBA, you (or at least one spouse if filing jointly) must...

What’s Alternative Minimum Tax? A 2026 Update for Milwaukee High Earners

Key TakeawaysThe OBBBA changes the AMT landscape starting in 2026, meaning more taxpayers will be pulled into AMT territory. High earners in high-tax states (and those with ISOs or private activity bonds) are the most at risk of an unexpected AMT...

Can an ABLE Account Help Milwaukee Families with Qualified Disability Expenses?

 Key TakeawaysABLE accounts let you save and invest tax-free for disability-related expenses. Up to $100,000 in an ABLE account is excluded from Supplemental Security Income (SSI) resource limits, and Medicaid eligibility continues beyond...

Year-End Resolution: Wipe Out Tax Stress Before January

Quick Answers: How to Eliminate Year-End Tax Stress? Review your books and records now to spot deductions you might miss. Maximize retirement contributions and charitable donations before December 31. Organize receipts and records digitally for easy access. Consult a...

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