Taxes News, insights and expert analysis on taxes from the team at Kiplinger. First-Time World Cup Bettors Face New 2026 Tax Rules Betting Tax With millions of fans backing favorites and a new 90% limit on loss deductions, your 2026 tournament strategy needs a substitution. Virginia Approves First-of-Its-Kind Data Center Power Consumption Tax Midyear Tax Planning 2026: Practical Steps That Could Help Lower Your Tax Bill This Year IRS Simplifies Tax Penalty Relief: Who Qualifies and What’s the Catch? Explore Taxes Tax Exemptions Tax Deadline tax brackets tax forms Tax Refunds tax software Capital Gains Tax Tax Filing Tax credits Tax Deductions Taxable Income tax returns Tax Planning Income Tax Tax Law State Tax Latest Ask the Tax Editor: Taxation of I Bonds Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers readers' questions about the taxation of I bonds in various situations. Ask the Editor Why Is It So Bad to Let Only Your Spouse Handle the Money? Quiz Adviser Intel contributors have been discussing the risks of letting your spouse handle the family finances. How much do you know? By Charlotte Gorbold Quiz Estate Tax vs Inheritance Tax: Who Actually Pays the Bill? Tax Planning Estate tax and inheritance tax are both often referred to as "death taxes," but they aren’t the same when it comes down to who pays. By Chrissy Paradis Tax Planning Do Lottery Winnings Affect Social Security Benefits? social security The sudden windfall won't reduce your benefits. Here's why. By Donna LeValley social security Popular Capital Gains Tax ETF Strategy Catches Treasury's Attention Capital Gains As Section 351 exchanges gain popularity, the Treasury Department is considering whether certain transactions could lead to abusive tax outcomes. By Kelley R. Taylor Capital Gains Taxes on Gambling Winnings and Losses: 9 Tips to Remember Tax Tips Whether it’s online sports betting, a casino win, or a horse bet, don’t forget the gambling tax. By Rocky Mengle Tax Tips New Study Reveals How Much Tax You'll Pay Over Your Lifetime Tax Bills It's no secret that many people feel squeezed by taxes. A new analysis shows just how much various levies add up and which state has the highest tax burden over time. By Kelley R. Taylor Tax Bills Should You Withhold Tax From Social Security Benefits? Social Security Having taxes withheld from Social Security benefits can help retirees avoid a surprise when tax season arrives. By Kelley R. Taylor Social Security 5 Little-Known Senior Tax Deductions in 2026 Retirement Tax Some may sound like myths, but these unique tax write-offs can be approved under strict IRS medical guidelines — provided you have the right paperwork. By Kate Schubel Retirement Tax The Retirement Tax Assumption That Could Cost You Income from multiple sources such as pretax accounts and Social Security can result in a tax bill that might surprise you … and not in a good way. By John Jones, ChFC®, EA, BCP® 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Archives
