Skip to main content

Featured

Navigating Personal Finance in 2025: Key Changes to Capital Gains and Tax Brackets

As we step into 2025, several significant changes are set to impact personal finance, particularly in the areas of capital gains and tax brackets. These adjustments are designed to adapt to economic conditions and provide better financial planning opportunities for individuals. Capital Gains Tax Adjustments One of the most notable changes is the adjustment to capital gains tax. Starting in 2025, a higher tax rate will be applied to capital gains exceeding $250,000. This means that individuals selling assets with substantial gains may need to reconsider their timing and strategy to minimize tax liabilities. For example, spreading the sale of assets over multiple years could be a more tax-efficient approach. Changes to Tax Brackets Inflation adjustments are also on the horizon for tax brackets. To prevent inflation from pushing taxpayers into higher brackets, the income thresholds for each tax bracket will increase by 2.7%. For instance, the federal tax rate for earnings up to $57,375 wi...
Post a Comment
Read more
Labels

Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

 


Here’s a quick and delicious Teriyaki Chicken recipe that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you’re craving something flavorful and satisfying. 

Ingredients:

  • 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 ½ tablespoons light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger (peeled and minced)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic (peeled and minced, 2 cloves)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Optional garnishes: sesame seeds and chopped green onions

Instructions:

  1. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok.
  2. Add chicken and let it cook, giving space between pieces, until slightly browned on the bottom.
  3. Flip chicken pieces over and cook through.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the teriyaki sauce mixture (soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch).
  5. Pour the sauce into the skillet once the chicken is just nearly finished cooking through.
  6. Let the sauce cook and simmer until thickened.
  7. Serve the Teriyaki Chicken warm over brown or white rice with steamed veggies.
  8. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Enjoy this flavorful and easy Teriyaki Chicken! It’s a healthier alternative to take-out, and you’ll love the sweet and savory sauce. 

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular Posts