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1.
What kind of retirement planning contributions can help you save money on filing your taxes currently?
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A traditional IRA. Contributions to a traditional IRA can help you save money on filing your taxes currently. Roth 401(k)s cannot, and health savings accounts are not retirement plans.
2.
The federal tax rate you pay will vary depending on your age.
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False. It varies depending on your filing status.
3.
Which saves you more money -- the standard deduction or itemized deductions?
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It depends. For most people, the standard deduction saves more money. But for others, itemized deductions save more. When you do your taxes, you will find out which is better for you.
4.
Personal information you will need to prepare your tax return includes _______.
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Your Social Security number. Personal information you will need to prepare your tax return includes your Social Security number.
5.
Retired workers receive more in benefits from Social Security than they contributed to it during their working years.
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True. They receive more; this is a big advantage during one's retirement years.