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Connecticut Tax GuideState Tax Explore Connecticut's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Connecticut compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington
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Property Tax Changes on the Ballot in 7 States: What Homeowners Should KnowTax Changes With housing costs remaining high, key midterm election ballot measures offer some voters a chance to rein in property taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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2026 Tax Deadline: Does Your State Have an IRS Disaster Extension?Tax Deadlines Everything you need to know about the 2026 extended tax deadlines issued by the IRS.
By Kate Schubel
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Why Avoiding Capital Gains Can Sometimes Cost You MoreTaxes will often keep high-net-worth investors from selling highly appreciated stocks, but that can turn a manageable capital gain into a big portfolio loss.
By David Conti, CPRC
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United Airlines CEO Calls for a National Wealth Tax and New Taxes on InheritancesTax Policy Scott Kirby's comments on new taxes on wealth and inheritances come as several states debate taxes on the wealthy.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 Little-Known Retirement Tax 'Gotchas'Retirement Hidden rules, automatic surcharges, and tax-bracket traps can catch even careful retirees off guard. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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3 Smart Ways to Delay or Defer Taxes on Your RMDsIf you don't need or want to take your required minimum distributions (RMDs), you can consider these strategies to help lower your tax bill.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA®
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Tax Strategies for 4 Types of Real Estate InvestorsNot every real estate investor needs the same playbook. Here's how to match your situation to the right tax-advantaged real estate strategy.
By Daniel Goodwin
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144 Million Standard Deduction Filers Get a New Charitable Tax BreakTax Savings Claiming the standard deduction and donating this year? Here's what that means for your next tax return.
By Kate Schubel
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