Latest articles by Kelley R. Taylor
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Capital Gains Tax Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know IRS Investment Tax Rules?
Quiz Take our capital gains tax quiz to test your investment taxes knowledge. Learn about loss rules, holding periods, and tax incentives that could impact your savings.
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Turkey, Tariffs, and Grocery Taxes: Thanksgiving Dinner Cost 2025
Food Taxes For some who celebrate, Thanksgiving can mean a full table, family, and a sense of gratitude. But in this year, it also means a focus on the bottom line.
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Georgia Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Georgia's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Georgia compares nationwide.
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Another State Bans Capital Gains Taxes: Will More Follow in 2026?
Capital Gains A constitutional amendment blocking future taxes on realized and unrealized capital could raise interesting questions for other states.
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New RMD Rules: Can You Pass This Retirement Distributions Tax Quiz?
Quiz Take our RMD quiz to test your retirement tax knowledge. Learn about RMD rules, IRS deadlines, and tax penalties that could shrink your savings.
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New SECURE 2.0 Super 401(k) Catch-Up Contribution for Ages 60-63
Retirement Savings SECURE 2.0 changes will allow older workers to increase their retirement savings. Here's what you need to know.
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States Sending 'Stimulus' Checks in 2025
Rebate Checks Some people are receiving one-time state rebate checks. Is your state sending money?
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An HSA Sounds Great for Taxes: Here’s Why It Might Not Be Right for You
Health Savings Even with the promise of ‘triple tax benefits,’ a health savings account might not be the best health plan option for everyone.
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New GOP Car Loan Interest Deduction: Which Vehicles and Buyers Qualify
Tax Breaks Trump and the GOP are now offering a tax deduction for auto loan interest. How will it work?
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EV Charger Tax Credit: What You Need to Know for 2025 and 2026
Tax Credits The federal EV charger tax credit for electric vehicle charging stations and equipment is going away sooner than expected.
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Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): Rules, Deadlines, and SECURE 2.0 Changes
RMDs Here are some basics to know about RMDs and how these distributions can impact your taxes.
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Tax Breaks for Veterans: Retirement Pay, Disability and State Tax Exemptions to Know
Veterans Veterans may be eligible for certain federal and state tax benefits.
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IRS Updates Capital Gains Tax Thresholds for 2026: Here’s What’s New
Capital Gains The IRS has increased the capital gains tax income thresholds for 2026. You'll need this information to help minimize your tax burden.
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Trump Tariffs and the Supreme Court: Three Things to Know Now
Tax Law The outcome of this legal battle about tariffs will hit your wallet in one way or another.
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Trump Tariffs Update: SCOTUS, New Levies and What's Ahead
Tariffs Donald Trump continues to use tariffs as a central tool of his trade policy. Here’s where his tariffs stand now.
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Tax Benefits of Hiring Your Kids Plus IRS Rules to Follow
Tax Breaks Hiring your child can potentially lower your tax bill and help kids develop skills, but there are some rules you need to know — and follow.
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Do You Stop Paying Taxes on Social Security at a Certain Age?
Social Security There’s some confusion over whether you can escape taxes on Social Security benefits based on age.
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Social Security Tax Limit Rises Again: Who Pays More in 2026?
Payroll Taxes The Social Security Administration has announced significant changes affecting millions as we approach a new year.
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Trump 2025 Tax Bill: What’s Changing and How It Affects Your Taxes
Tax Law From standard deduction amounts to tax brackets and Medicaid cuts, here’s what individual filers need to know about tax changes in Trump's so called "big beautiful bill."
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SALT Deduction 2025 Changes: Three Key Things to Know Now
Tax Deductions Changes to the state and local tax (SALT) deduction in the so-called 'big beautiful bill' have put this tax break in the spotlight.
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How the IRS Taxes Retirement Income
Retirement Taxes It's important to know how common sources of retirement income are taxed.
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2025 Virginia Tax Rebate Checks Are Arriving: What to Know
Tax Rebates Given a historic 2025 gubernatorial race, tax policy will remain a key issue for Virginians, while the current governor announces rebates.
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What is the Gift Tax Exclusion for 2025 and 2026?
Gift Tax Knowing the annual gift tax exemption can save you time and money.
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Capital Gains Tax Rates 2025 and 2026: What You Need to Know
Capital Gains Tax Navigating capital gains tax can be complex, but knowing the applicable tax rates and thresholds can help you plan your investments.
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