Major Topics
Learning Objectives
- Identify deductible education expenses and travel costs under the requirements of ?162.
- Determine the qualified credit amounts under the HOPE (“American Opportunity”) Credit and the requirements of Coverdell education savings accounts.
- Identify the deductible amount to claim for ?221 student loan interest and recognize the permissible benefits of ?529 qualified tuition programs.
- Specify the tax-free benefits of ?117 scholarships and fellowships and who is eligible for a ?132 qualified tuition reduction.
- Identify educational incentives and financial aid requirements to meet college funding needs.
Course Description
Today taxpayers must plan for their children’s education. Touching on various topics such as qualified tuition programs (QTPs), scholarships, and fellowships, this mini-course examines the tax treatment of costs related to education. Practitioners will learn the ins and outs of the tax benefits concerning education and will be able to identify those educational expenses that are deductible. Additionally, financial planning strategies and techniques are outlined to better prepare taxpayers for future educational costs.
Compliance Information
Advanced Preparation
None
Field of Study
Taxes
Credits
2 Credits
Published Date
June 13, 2023
Revision Date
February 22, 2024Course Authors
Danny Santucci
Danny earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California at Irvine in 1969. He received his Juris Doctorate from Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley in 1972, at which time he began practice as a tax attorney in Southern California. His legal career started with the business and litigation firm of Edwards, Edwards, and Ashton. Later he joined the Century City entertainment firm of Bushkin, Gaims, Gaines & Jonas working for many well-known celebrities. In 1980, Danny established the law firm of Santucci, Potter, and Leanders, in Irvine, California. With increasing lecture and writing commitments, Danny went into sole practice in 1995. His practice emphasizes business taxation, real estate law, and estate planning.
Overview
Today taxpayers must plan for their children’s education. Touching on various topics such as qualified tuition programs (QTPs), scholarships, and fellowships, this mini-course examines the tax treatment of costs related to education. Practitioners will learn the ins and outs of the tax benefits concerning education and will be able to identify those educational expenses that are deductible. Additionally, financial planning strategies and techniques are outlined to better prepare taxpayers for future educational costs.
Course Details
- Identify deductible education expenses and travel costs under the requirements of ?162.
- Determine the qualified credit amounts under the HOPE (“American Opportunity”) Credit and the requirements of Coverdell education savings accounts.
- Identify the deductible amount to claim for ?221 student loan interest and recognize the permissible benefits of ?529 qualified tuition programs.
- Specify the tax-free benefits of ?117 scholarships and fellowships and who is eligible for a ?132 qualified tuition reduction.
- Identify educational incentives and financial aid requirements to meet college funding needs.
Intended Audience —
Advanced Preparation — None
Field of Study — Taxes
Credits — 2 Credits
IRS Program Number –
Published Date – June 13, 2023
Revision Date – February 22, 2024
Course Authors
Danny Santucci
Danny earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California at Irvine in 1969. He received his Juris Doctorate from Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley in 1972, at which time he began practice as a tax attorney in Southern California. His legal career started with the business and litigation firm of Edwards, Edwards, and Ashton. Later he joined the Century City entertainment firm of Bushkin, Gaims, Gaines & Jonas working for many well-known celebrities. In 1980, Danny established the law firm of Santucci, Potter, and Leanders, in Irvine, California. With increasing lecture and writing commitments, Danny went into sole practice in 1995. His practice emphasizes business taxation, real estate law, and estate planning.
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