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Tax-Free Income in 2026? These Changes Could Wipe Out Your Federal Bill
Income Taxes New legislation aims to exempt up to $92,000 in earnings from federal income tax. Here's who would win.
By Kate Schubel
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5 Reasons Your Tax Refund Might Be Delayed and How to Fix It
Tax Refunds Is your IRS refund taking forever? From filing errors to identity verification, here are five reasons for a tax refund delay, and what you can do today.
By Kate Schubel
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Death and Taxes: A Famous Quotes Quiz to Take a Break From Tax Season
Quiz If you're "dead" tired of tax season, we have just the solution.
By Kate Schubel
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4 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Return for Financial Planning
Don't just file your tax return and forget about it. Reviewing it will reveal how financial decisions have played out, and how to make better ones in future.
By Michael Pappis, CFP®
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Georgia Gas Tax Suspension and $1.2B Rebate Signed: How Much You Could Save
Tax Relief A temporary suspension of the state gas tax comes alongside a one-time income tax rebate to help residents manage costs.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Family Tax Planning is Experiencing a Rare Moment — Seize It
The tax landscape has stabilized, giving wealthy families an opportunity to move away from reactive decision-making and redirect their attention toward planning.
By Mark R. Parthemer, JD, AEP, ACTEC Fellow
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Tax Changes for 2026
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on changes to charitable deductions and other tax breaks that first take effect in 2026.
By Joy Taylor
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Tax Changes That Could Lower Your 2025 and 2026 Bills
Tax Law How to make the most of tax changes in President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill."
By Sandra Block
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10 States With the Highest Gas Tax in 2026
Gas Prices Fuel costs are climbing nationwide. Here’s where drivers are paying the highest taxes per gallon and why gas prices are going up now
By Kelley R. Taylor
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