New Issues and Challenges I have recommended Roth conversions for selected clients. Under the new tax bill, however, there are additional challenges and opportunities that warrant closer analysis. THE NEW SENIOR DEDUCTION The bill provides a new $6,000 deduction for taxpayers over age 65, or...

By June Weppler, Elder and Disability Law Attorney Weppler Law office Part 1. Spousal Maintenance and SSI Jennifer suffers from ruptured disc. She is separated from her husband, and her only income is Supplemental Security Income (SSI) of $734 per month. Jennifer’s husband, Jim, is a...