News, insights and expert analysis on taxes from the team at Kiplinger.
Attempting to conquer Medicare without a plan is risky. The safest route requires a thorough understanding of your options and never leaves decisions to chance.
By Cathy DeWitt Dunn, CDFA®, FRC®
If a charitable remainder trust puts too many constraints on your family's charitable giving, consider combining it with a donor-advised fund for more control.
By Mark Marrazzo
Illinois' estate tax "threshold" (rather than "exemption") can surprise families, but proactive planning can help preserve more for heirs and charitable causes.
By Scott Tucker, Investment Adviser Representative
State Tax Ten states still tax groceries, but that figure is shrinking.
By Katelyn Washington
Tax Credits Due to a new tax law and annual IRS inflation adjustments, adoption tax credit amounts are higher.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
Inherited IRA Inherited IRA distribution rules have changed in ways that can significantly impact your taxes and tax strategy.
By Kelley R. Taylor
Tax Relief Looking for your New Jersey property tax reimbursement? Here is the latest 2026 Senior Freeze payment schedule and how to track your check through the NJ Division of Taxation.
By Kate Schubel
Here’s what you need to know if you want to file your taxes with H&R Block’s tax prep software this year.
By Rachael Green
Tax Breaks Filing income taxes in 2026? You won't want to miss Form 4547 to claim a $1,000 Trump Account for your child.
By Kate Schubel
