Latest articles by Kelley R. Taylor
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Will Elon Musk's Treasury Access Delay Your 2025 Tax Refund?
Tax Policy Elon Musk's growing power and unprecedented access to sensitive payment systems are raising concerns about tax season impacts.
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Project 2025 Tax Overhaul Blueprint: What You Need to Know
Election 2024 Some people wonder what Project 2025 is and what it suggests for taxes.
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‘Back to the Old Days’? What’s Wrong With Trump’s Plan to Abolish Income Tax
Tax Policy The likelihood of Trump eliminating income tax and the IRS remains low, but the ongoing debate highlights the need for tax reform.
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Can the Earned Income Tax Credit Help You?
Tax Credits The earned income tax credit (EITC) can help people with low-to-moderate income but it can also increase IRS audit risk.
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Tax Season 2025 Is Here: Key IRS Changes to Know Before You File
Tax Season Tax deductions, tax credit amounts, and some tax laws have changed since you filed your last federal income tax return.
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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to Know
Tax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
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Types of Income the IRS Doesn't Tax: What to Know for 2025
Income Tax It may feel like the IRS taxes most of your hard-earned money, but some types of income are nontaxable.
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No TikTok, No Taxes? App Ban Threat Sparks Creator Tax Rebellion
Tax Law The TikTok community faces an uncertain future, but tax laws apply regardless of the app’s fate.
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Should Tax on Tips Stay or Go Under Trump?
Income Tax As the No Tax on Tips Act gains momentum, economists warn of potential pitfalls. Will not taxing tips help or hurt workers?
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The Supreme Court's TikTok Ruling: What 170 Million Users Need to Know
SCOTUS As the deadline for a potential TikTok ban approaches, uncertainty looms over the app's future in the United States.
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Will an IRS Tax Prep Service Replace H&R Block or TurboTax?
Tax Filing IRS Direct File has some wondering if people will leave H&R Block and TurboTax and let the IRS do their taxes.
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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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California Tax Deadline Extension: What to Know for 2025
Tax Deadlines Some Californians had more time to file federal returns because of natural disasters.
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Not Ready to File Taxes? Eight Things to Do Now to Prepare
Filing Taxes Now is a good time to review your financial situation and prepare to file your 2024 federal income tax return.
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H&R Block Faces Hefty $7 Million Fine: What It Means for Taxpayers
Tax Filing A tax prep industry giant was accused of deceiving customers and making downgrading difficult.
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Withholding Tax From Your Social Security Benefits
Social Security Having taxes withheld from Social Security benefits can help retirees avoid a surprise when tax season arrives.
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New Social Security Tax Reforms Change Benefits in Two States
Retirement Taxes As the calendar turns to a new year, some retirees have tax reasons to celebrate.
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$7,500 EV Tax Credit at Risk as Hyundai, Kia Models Finally Qualify
Tax Credits Electric vehicles from Hyundai and Kia are eligible for a $7,500 clean energy tax break. But is the popular tax credit on its way out?
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Social Security Tax Limit for 2025
Social Security Wealthier taxpayers will have more Social Security tax taken from their paychecks this year.
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States With Low and No Capital Gains Tax
Capital Gains Low-tax states, including states with no capital gains tax, are selling points for many people.
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Protect Your Retirement: Seven RMD Mistakes to Avoid
Retirement RMD mistakes can lead to IRS tax penalties and in some cases, more taxable income than necessary.
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New Year's Eve RMD Deadline: What to Know and What to Do
Tax Deadlines The year-end deadline for required minimum distributions is critical for many retirees.
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Three Often-Overlooked Ways to Cut Your Tax Bill Now
Tax Planning Act before 2024 ends to set yourself up for potential savings when it's time to file your tax return.
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Top Tax Stories of 2024 and 2025 Tax Changes to Watch
Tax News The Kiplinger tax team is looking back at popular tax stories and looking ahead to key potential tax changes in the new year.
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