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Popular Capital Gains Tax ETF Strategy Catches Treasury's AttentionCapital 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
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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
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Taxes on Gambling Winnings and Losses: 9 Tips to RememberTax Tips Whether it’s online sports betting, a casino win, or a horse bet, don’t forget the gambling tax.
By Rocky Mengle
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New Study Reveals How Much Tax You'll Pay Over Your LifetimeTax 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
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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
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5 Little-Known Senior Tax Deductions in 2026Retirement 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
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The Retirement Tax Assumption That Could Cost YouIncome 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®
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Can You Spot These 5 Common IRS Audit Red Flags?Quiz Don't let a simple filing mistake put your tax return in the crosshairs. Test your knowledge before the IRS does.
By Kate Schubel
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The Estate Tax Exemption Amount for 2026Estate Tax The estate exemption amount is significantly higher than last year, creating a potentially promising tax year for inheritances and estates.
By Kate Schubel
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