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I Saved Money on a Grocery Surprise Bag: Here's Why I Won’t Buy Another OneGrocery Tax Shoppers love the steep discounts on mystery grocery bundles. But the "surprise tax" sours the deal for some — including me.
By Kate Schubel
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Ask the Tax Editor: Why Are My Insurance Premiums So High?Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions from readers on the Obamacare premium tax credit.
By Joy Taylor
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State Capital Gains Tax Rates for 2026: How Much Investors Pay This YearState Tax Selling investments at a profit can be rewarding for some — until tax season arrives. And federal taxes are just one part of the equation.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Alabama Sales Tax Holiday 2026 Starts Friday With Higher Tax-Free LimitsTax Holidays Thanks to a new state law, Alabama families can save more during the back-to-school sales tax-free weekend this year.
By Kate Schubel
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States With the Highest Powerball TaxesLottery Taxes These states will take the biggest tax bite out of your Powerball payout.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The GOP Wants to Enroll Your Child in a Trump Account for SavingsTax Law The mobile app is live; parents can still sign up, and savings may be tracked. Here’s who is eligible and when your child receives the $1,000 seed money.
By Kate Schubel
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6 Situations Where a Roth Conversion Is a Bad Idea for RetireesA Roth conversion is a powerful tax-saving tool, but there are several situations where taking that leap might actually cost you more in the long run.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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IRS Simplifies Tax Penalty Relief: Who Qualifies and What’s the Catch?IRS Rules Taxpayers may receive automatic IRS relief under a new system, but a key eligibility rule still applies.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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A 2026 Tax Playbook for High Earners: Stealth Taxes and WinsThe OBBBA set some "tax traps" that target some of the executive suite's financial perks. Here's how you can dodge those sneaky ambushes.
By Mike Palmer, CFP®




