A certificate of deposit (CD) would be the best banking
choice when the interest rate is determined ahead of time and there is an
assurance to get back what you put in plus interest once the CD matures. If you leave the money alone during the
investment period then the bank will pay you an interest rate slightly higher
than what you would have earned in a money market or checking account. Thus,
all gains from certificate of deposits are taxable as income unless they are in
a tax-deferred (IRA) r tax-free (Roth IRA) account.
The answer to this question is the concept of Intersectionality. Intersectionality is a concept that describes the system of oppression such as racism, homophobia, race, gender, age, etc. and that these are interconnected. The legal scholar Kimberle Crenshaw made this concept and this concept was used in studying critical theories that discussed sytematic oppresions.
Question Completion:
Each year, Tom and Cindy Bates (married filing jointly) report itemized deductions of $20,000 (which includes an annual $4,000 pledge payment to their church). Upon the advice of a friend, they do the following: In early January 2019, they pay their 2018 pledge; during 2019, they pay the 2019 pledge; and in late December 2019, they prepay their 2020 pledge. a. What are the Bateses trying to accomplish? To have their itemized deductions exceed the standard deduction . b. What would the Bates' total itemized deductions be if all three church pledge payments were made in 2019?
Answer:
The Bates' total itemized deductions would be $20,000 if all three church pledge payments were made in 2019 (including $12,000 for the three years in church pledges and another $8,000 for other deductions).
Explanation:
It is assumed that the Bates' Adjusted Gross Income for 2019 is within the range of $100,000 to $200,000, which enables them to make charitable contributions up to $4,155 per annum. Since taxation uses the cash basis, it is possible for the Bates to claim the $12,000 cash in pledges for the current year when payment is made in the year.
