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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Penny Is Dead, So Why Is the U.S. Mint Bringing Them Back? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ While circulation ended in 2025, "dual-date" pennies are officially here. Here's why the IRS treats these coins differently from pocket change. ]]>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Giving Money for a Wedding or Graduation? See if You Know These IRS Gift Tax Rules ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Can you separate fact from fiction when it comes to IRS rules about how much you can gift tax-free? Take our quiz. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ June Tax Deadlines and IRS Refund Status: What Taxpayers Need to Know This Month ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/june-tax-deadlines-and-irs-refund-status</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Summer is almost officially here, but so are the next big IRS tax deadlines. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:40:26 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ New York 'POWER' Utility Rebates Are Coming: Who Gets a Check? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Rebate checks offer quick relief, but New York budget shifts on childcare, tipped wages, and housing taxes could dictate your true cost of living in 2026. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:05:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Could the New $6,000 Senior Bonus Tax Deduction Hurt Social Security? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/could-the-new-senior-deduction-hurt-social-security</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Analysis shows that a new tax break designed to help older adults could weaken what is now a key safety net for millions of retirees. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:57:24 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ask the Tax Editor, May 29: Will Congress Enact More Tax Changes? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on whether Congress will enact more tax changes before the November election and related topics. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 12:15:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Law]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ joy.taylor@futurenet.com (Joy Taylor) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joy Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/agddhqsSAp8ho9yGuiVNsa.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ IRS CP53E Letters Could Change Following Taxpayer Backlash ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/irs-may-change-controversial-letters-after-taxpayer-backlash</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Millions of taxpayers received confusing IRS refund letters this year. Could improvements be on the way? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:47:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 29 May 2026 01:44:56 +0000</updated>
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                                                    <category><![CDATA[Tax Refunds]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Retired With Self-Employment Income? Don't Miss This 'Above-the-Line' Tax Break ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Some retired taxpayers don't realize that premiums for Medicare and long-term care insurance may be deductible on their return. Here's what financial planners say you need to know. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 09:45:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Deductions]]></category>
                                                    <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kiplinger@futurenet.com (Sandra Block) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sandra Block ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Kyw527J9U8PNA37H9p5Ud4.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Trump's No-IRS-Audit Deal Raises a Big Question: Who is the Tax Agency Still Auditing? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ President Donald Trump’s unprecedented settlement with the IRS comes as staffing and budget cuts raise questions about who the agency still audits and why. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 15:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:48:51 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ask the Tax Editor, May 22: Roth IRAs and the Five-Year Rule ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on Roth IRAs and the five-year rule, including contributions and conversions. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Law]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ joy.taylor@futurenet.com (Joy Taylor) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joy Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/agddhqsSAp8ho9yGuiVNsa.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sunscreen, Shades and Meds: 11 Travel Must-Haves That Are Totally HSA Eligible ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Traveling but forgot some essentials? Give yourself a "tax discount" on vacation necessities using your health savings account by following these IRS rules. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:47:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 27 May 2026 17:00:28 +0000</updated>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Real Reason 'Tax Me More' Billionaires Don't Just Cut a Check to the IRS ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ IRS collections are obligations, not donations. Discover how ultra-wealthy households shield fortunes from ordinary rates and how you might, too. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:09:00 +0000</updated>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Congress Is Talking About a Federal Gas Tax Holiday: How Much Will Drivers Really Save? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/do-drivers-really-need-a-federal-gas-tax-holiday</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ As calls grow to suspend the federal gas tax, analysts say drivers may see only limited relief at the pump. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:39:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:45:15 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ask the Tax Editor, May 8: Will I Be Audited by the IRS? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-law/ask-the-tax-editor-irs-audits-red-flags</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on your chances of an IRS audit and audit red flags you should know. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:20:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:37:29 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ joy.taylor@futurenet.com (Joy Taylor) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joy Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/agddhqsSAp8ho9yGuiVNsa.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Received an IRS Letter? Taxpayer Confusion Grows Over Whether CP53E Notices Are Real ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/irs-refund-letters-spark-confusion-over-fake-cp53e-notices</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ IRS notices about refunds and direct deposit information are confusing some taxpayers and raising concerns about scam letters. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:23:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:57:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ New Wealth Taxes Could Drive Residents Out of High-Tax States in 2026: But Will You Still Owe Taxes After Moving? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/new-wealth-taxes-and-residency-rules-after-moving</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ With some states floating proposals to tax wealth, it's important to remember that relocation doesn't always end a state's tax reach. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:21:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sat, 02 May 2026 12:07:01 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ April 30 Deadline: If You Live in One of These 'Late States,' Your Taxes Are Due This Week ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Residents in Delaware, Iowa, Virginia, and beyond must file 2025 state income taxes soon or request an extension. Don't miss the due date. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:25:59 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Another State Could End Income Tax in 2026: Will More States and Higher Sales Tax Follow? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/missouri-could-soon-eliminate-income-tax</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ After eliminating its state capital gains tax last year, Missouri is now considering a larger tax shift. Could this serve as a test case for other states? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:17:15 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ohio Push to End Property Taxes in 2026: Who Benefits and Who Really Pays Instead? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/ohio-push-to-end-property-tax</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Ohio residents are watching a major tax debate unfold that could reshape how local communities are funded across the state. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:47:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:01:58 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 15 States With the Highest and Lowest Tax Rates in 2026: Where Your Money Actually Goes the Furthest ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/states-with-the-highest-and-lowest-tax-rates</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ High-tax states aren’t always the most expensive to live in, and low-tax states don’t always mean bigger savings. Here’s how tax burdens really compare across the U.S. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:03:37 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Bigger Tax Refunds Are Here: So Why Do Most People Still Think Their Taxes Are Too High? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/most-people-think-their-taxes-are-too-high-even-after-trump-tax-cuts</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ As of Tax Day 2026, most Americans say they’re paying too much in taxes, as concerns grow that wealthy individuals and corporations aren’t paying their fair share. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:54:33 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Already Filed Your Taxes but Need to Make a Change? Mistakes the IRS Will Fix and Red Flags That Could Delay Your Refund ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Caught an error or missed a tax deduction after hitting submit? Before you rush to file an amendment, see which mistakes the IRS fixes for you and which ones require a Form 1040-X to save your refund. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:47:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:57:07 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Chrissy Paradis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fs2GBvbQbtLuVkMtxwNecG.png ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Tax Day Trivia: 6 Surprising Facts About Your 2026 Refund ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/puzzles/quizzes/tax-day-trivia-surprising-refund-facts</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Take this quiz to see how much you know about April 15th, 2026 — the last day to file your federal tax return. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:56:50 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ First-Time World Cup Bettors Face New 2026 Tax Rules ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/world-cup-betting-odds-and-gambling-tax</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ With millions of fans backing favorites and a new 90% limit on loss deductions, your 2026 tournament strategy needs a substitution. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:11:57 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ More States Have Changed to Lower Flat Tax Rates for 2026: Here’s Who Benefits and Saves the Most ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/more-states-are-changing-to-flat-tax-rates</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Some states are moving to single‑rate income taxes or cutting existing brackets. That could change how much you keep every payday, especially if you’re thinking about where to live or work next. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:41:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Travel Icon Rick Steves Cheers a 'Millionaire Tax.' Here's What Other Wealthy Americans Have Said in Support of Higher Taxes ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ "A new tax on fat paychecks like mine was just signed into law in my home state — and I like it," Steves said. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Politics]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ alexandra.svokos@futurenet.com (Alexandra Svokos) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Alexandra Svokos ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/thicKegFQsZjAcN332CSxE.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 9 No-Income-Tax States Ranked by Cost of Living in 2026: Where You’ll Actually Save the Most ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/no-income-tax-states-ranked-by-cost-of-living</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ When deciding where to live, income tax savings are just part of the equation. Housing, everyday expenses, and other levies determine your true cost. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:14:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Why the IRS Can Reject Smartwatch Mileage Logs ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/stop-using-your-smartwatch-for-mileage-until-you-read-this-irs-rule</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ As we hit the halfway point of 2026, it's time to audit your mileage log before Uncle Sam audits it for you. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:32:52 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Does Your College Student Really Have to File Taxes This Year Even With Low Income? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/does-my-college-student-need-to-file-taxes-this-year</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ What matters when it comes to filing taxes isn’t just how much your dependent student earned. It’s the type of income involved and whether it crosses two key IRS thresholds. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:16:02 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Your North Carolina Income Tax Cut Is Coming — But There’s a Catch ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ North Carolina paychecks might get a boost as personal income tax rates drop toward 2.99%. But a growing debate has lawmakers at a crossroads. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:53:18 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Quiz: How Well Do You Know the New Child Tax Credit? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/puzzles/quizzes/quiz-how-well-do-you-know-the-new-child-tax-credit</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The $2,200 child tax credit is here, but with new eligibility rules. Test your knowledge of how much you can claim. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:31:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:52:26 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Roxanne Bland ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Kr3cfM4FJQEqmjuwUbeXNG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ $6K Senior Deduction Benefit: How Your 2026 Savings Vary by Income Level ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/senior-bonus-deduction-how-much-you-could-save</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ This new tax break for those age 65 and older creates a limited window of relief in retirement. Here’s how much it could save you and who benefits most. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:55:19 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Washington Slashes Estate Tax: Why Your Inheritance Still Isn't Safe ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/washington-state-slashes-estate-tax</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ State lawmakers are rolling back record-high death taxes, but a new millionaire tax on top earners is waiting in the wings. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:47:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:27:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ New Court Ruling: The IRS May Owe You a Refund for 2020–2023 Tax Penalties ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/irs-pandemic-penalty-refunds-who-qualifies</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Some taxpayers may still be able to claim pandemic-era penalties and interest. But eligibility is limited and timing matters. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:10:45 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Tax-Free Income in 2026? These Changes Could Wipe Out Your Federal Bill ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/two-new-tax-free-income-proposals</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ New legislation aims to exempt up to $92,000 in earnings from federal income tax. Here's who would win. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:47:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:24:47 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Georgia Gas Tax Suspension 2026: How Much Could You Save? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/georgia-gas-tax-suspension-and-rebates</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ A temporary suspension of the state gas tax comes alongside a one-time income tax rebate to help residents manage costs. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:57:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:39:21 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Tax Changes That Could Lower Your 2025 and 2026 Bills ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-filing/tax-changes-that-could-lower-your-2025-and-2026-bills</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ How to make the most of tax changes in President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill." ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Filing]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kiplinger@futurenet.com (Sandra Block) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sandra Block ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Kyw527J9U8PNA37H9p5Ud4.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The IRS Says It's Going to Levy My Bank Account for Taxes My Partner and I Owe, but I Didn't Even Know About the Debt. What Can I Do? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If the IRS is levying your assets for a spouse's errors, you aren't out of options. Here's how to separate your liability and protect your bank account from taxes you don't actually owe. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:16:39 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Roxanne Bland ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Kr3cfM4FJQEqmjuwUbeXNG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ ANCHOR and Stay NJ 2026: Why Property Tax Relief for Homeowners Could Be Cut ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/new-jersey-property-tax-relief-could-get-cut</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The 2026 New Jersey budget proposal puts the promised $6,500 property tax credit at risk for thousands of homeowners. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:41:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:17:21 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ New Philadelphia Tax Could Increase Uber, Lyft and Delivery Prices: Who Pays More? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/philadelphia-tax-could-raise-uber-lyft-and-delivery-prices</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Could Philadelphia’s proposed tax on rides and deliveries set an example for cities nationwide? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:40:13 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Why Are Your Tax Dollars Not Maintaining the Infrastructure We Have? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/why-are-tax-dollars-not-maintaining-our-infrastructure</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Instead of spending the money needed to maintain our public buildings, roads and bridges, flashy new projects are prioritized. What can be done? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:16:58 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Bob Hellman ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ooNAuoem2wr97T7DgTC38R.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Quiz: Are You Making These Costly Tax Mistakes? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/puzzles/quizzes/quiz-costly-tax-deduction-mistakes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Think you’re a tax pro? From missing tax deductions to falling for common tax filing traps, even small errors can cost you hundreds. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/these-states-might-end-property-taxes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ High property taxes are squeezing homeowners’ wallets, and some states are crafting plans to eliminate them. But is eliminating property tax really a good idea? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:24:10 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Roxanne Bland ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Kr3cfM4FJQEqmjuwUbeXNG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How New IRS Direct Deposit Rules Could Delay or Freeze Your Tax Refund ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/irs-refunds-delayed-frozen-under-new-rules</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Tax refunds are about 10% larger so far this year, but many filers will have to wait longer for their money due to the IRS phasing out paper checks. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:54:00 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Will a $1,000 Overtime Deduction Restore Your Take-Home Pay? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Alabama's tax-free overtime has officially expired. We analyze the 2026 proposal to restore relief and whether a $1,000 deduction can offset the 22% surge in the cost of essentials. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:18:45 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgDuYP78MP6HLZCTuj6wpR.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/will-capital-gains-tax-on-home-sales-end-this-year</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Arizona is moving to cut taxes on home sale gains, while Senators Ted Cruz and Tim Scott push for nationwide capital gains tax relief. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:22:48 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ A 9.9% Washington Millionaires Tax is Here: What's Next for High Earners? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Washington’s tax structure is headed for another significant shift that involves "taxing the rich." Will more states follow? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:37:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:35:25 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Could a New Billionaire Tax Plan Put $3,000 in Your Pocket? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/new-billionaire-tax-plan-unveiled</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Two prominent lawmakers are proposing to "tax the rich" and send some proceeds to taxpayers. Could it be a sign of things to come? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:03:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:33:48 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K4UVmV3JrZhRQQQiGM5Fah.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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