Core Insights - Wealthy Americans are proactively planning for tax strategies in 2026, while the poor and middle class are focused on managing holiday expenses [1] - Year-end tax planning is essential for all income levels, especially for those with investments or retirement plans [2] Year-End Tax Planning - Year-end is a critical time for investors to enhance after-tax outcomes, particularly with the favorable tax provisions extended by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act [3] - High-income earners should engage in year-end tax planning to optimize their tax liabilities for 2025, potentially leading to significant tax savings [4] Tax-Loss Harvesting - Tax-loss harvesting allows investors to sell losing investments to offset capital gains, which can significantly impact the 2025 tax year [4] - Automated daily tax-loss harvesting can increase after-tax returns by 20% to 30% for high-income taxpayers in high-tax states [4] Portfolio Management - Investors should be aware of their losses and gains to make informed decisions about trimming their portfolios before year-end [5] Maximizing Contributions - All working individuals, regardless of wealth status, should maximize contributions to retirement and health savings accounts, with specific limits set for 2025 [6] Roth Conversions - Experts recommend Roth conversions for tax-free growth, and high-income earners should consider the Backdoor Roth strategy to bypass income limits [7]