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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Fewer IRS Audits Doesn't Mean It's a Tax Cheat Free-For-All ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Two things can be true at the same time. Yes, IRS is conducting fewer audits. No, it is not a free-for-all for tax cheats. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ joy.taylor@futurenet.com (Joy Taylor) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joy Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kY4nxFg9Ko8cCJiy8hS7h4-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Could Vibe Coding Put Your Retirement Portfolio at Risk? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ With more financial pros potentially turning to AI "agents", your private tax data — and nest egg — might be resting on a foundation of unverified code. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jn8MMb2eQgafRbTkSpuZmb-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Did You Max Out Your 401(k)? Congratulations: Here's How Saving So Well Could Backfire ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ What looked like smart tax planning could become a problem. And not just for you — your kids could inherit a tax bomb. How to head off potential disaster. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ chris@mycgcapital.com (Christopher C. Giambrone, CFP®, AIF®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Christopher C. Giambrone, CFP®, AIF® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yEvz2cHTABju3v73bnCiGS-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I'm a Financial Planner: This Is How Your Kids' Low Tax Bracket Can Wipe Out Your Capital Gains ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Want to give your kids a home down payment? Want to help cover daycare expenses? Instead of writing them a check, transfer appreciated stock into their account. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ EBeach@exit59advisory.com (Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/X2TwtbSEMbazUzQu2aVXnA-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Keep Track of HSA Receipts and Paperwork  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Learn which HSA records to keep, how long to keep them and the easiest ways to stay organized ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 14:48:21 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Health Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Paige Cerulli ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MXzRSNwsRXuoZJujhr3tQF-1280-80.jpg">
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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>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hJzmPvp8jJqfHModVP4RXN-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Help Prevent Taxes From Taking a Massive Bite Out of a Special Needs Trust ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If a special needs trust isn't structured correctly, the recipient could lose out on a chunk of money when they need it the most. Here's how to prevent that. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 09:40:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ Info@ScottTuckerSolutions.com (Scott Tucker, Investment Adviser Representative) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Scott Tucker, Investment Adviser Representative ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/frdf3CW3HNcSAsY6An2fMk-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ IRS CP53E Letters Could Change Following Taxpayer Backlash ]]></title>
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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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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9iW3NdhohN4MishGKNCekW-1280-80.jpg">
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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>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kiplinger@futurenet.com (Sandra Block) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sandra Block ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UUdLLC5wXYApzxHzkYbu5e-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 7 Times to Dip Into Your Roth IRA if You Have a Pension (and When to Leave It Alone) ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The established wisdom is never to touch your Roth IRA, but if it contains a large sum and you have a pension, too, here's when you should tap into it first. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ info@peakretirementplanning.com (Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/u5ebVzHYST3JEZbLsBayQJ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ States With the Lowest Property Tax Bills Ranked by Affordability ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Searching for an affordable home in 2026? Here's what it costs to live in these ten 'affordable' states. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YpxmKExZ2fA4uQ4vRXmhCK-1280-80.jpg">
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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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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kY4nxFg9Ko8cCJiy8hS7h4-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Midterms Offer a Unique Tax Planning Opportunity, But Most Retirees Miss It ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-planning/midterms-and-tax-planning-opportunities</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Markets tend to experience uncertainty leading up to midterm elections, followed by recovery. Canny investors recognize that dip as a tax planning opportunity. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kyle@mokanwealth.com (Kyle Hammerschmidt, Investment Adviser) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kyle Hammerschmidt, Investment Adviser ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/p8NBRcJHSFjscrx2njz6N8-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I'm a Financial Planner: This Is the Crucial Tax Planning Difference That Can Help Save Your Retirement Nest Egg ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Shifting from tax preparation to tax planning can help you strategically time Roth conversions and avoid Social Security taxes or Medicare surcharges. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:26:58 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ EricHeckman@WealthCreator.com (Eric Heckman, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CRTP) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Eric Heckman, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CRTP ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WjBpCpkS3H8yJQi8KQ6AGj-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Our Taxpaying 'Golden Hour' Won't Last: These 4 Urgent Moves Can Help Insulate Your Wealth Before It's Too Late ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-planning/urgent-tax-moves-to-help-insulate-your-wealth</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The growing U.S. deficit can only be controlled by cutting spending, accelerating growth or raising taxes. The latter is a real risk, but you can be prepared. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q3Tw3qgLqGkhivq8h75LRD-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Make Use of the EV Charger Tax Credit Before it Expires ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-credits/ev-charger-tax-credit-deadline</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The federal tax credit for home EV chargers is set to expire June 30, but qualifying can be more complicated than simply buying a charger. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 10:10:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:07:35 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Paige Cerulli ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jT8EqGuaw5KPEkCqSTEPxg-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-law/ask-the-tax-editor-roth-iras-and-the-five-year-rule</link>
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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>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/png" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3ATozpWyANNSZrfCdTGggD-1280-80.png">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The 75% Safety Net: How All-Asset Retirement Planning Helps Reduce Your Investment Risks ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-planning/how-an-all-asset-retirement-plan-reduces-investment-risks</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ You combine your housing wealth and lifetime annuities to help ensure that an average of three-quarters of your retirement income is not subject to market risk. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Retirement Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bHANAVmfiwvpTW8J5tAW8i-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ A 1031 Exchange May Look Great for You on Paper, But It's Not Just About Taxes ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you're considering a 1031 exchange after making a large capital gain from selling a property, stop and ask how it will affect your portfolio in the long term. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ carl@seracapital.com (Carl E. Sera, CMT) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Carl E. Sera, CMT ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XyaDS67HuG2AvX49KRL6Re-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 10 Cheapest Places to Live in Georgia ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/cheapest-places-to-live-in-georgia</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Looking for affordable Georgia living? These counties offer the lowest property tax bills in the state. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 12:47:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 24 May 2026 22:28:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VrC8CgyZ34rPNRUbJQFY6d-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 3 Ways to Potentially Avoid Falling Into a Tax Trap in Retirement, From a Financial Adviser ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-planning/retirement-tax-trap-how-to-avoid-it</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ You may think you'll pay less in taxes once you retire, but taxable withdrawals and Social Security can keep your tax bill as high as it was during your career. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 09:40:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ letstalk@safeharborwealthsc.com (Gary Knode, CF2) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Gary Knode, CF2 ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6cK3Vv6msS7sKR5AbtaE9o-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Is a Roth Conversion Just Not That Into You? Here's When It's a Perfect Match (and When It Isn't) ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sometimes a Roth conversion isn't right for you — or at least not right now. A financial adviser explains what you should consider before getting involved. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ info@woloshinllc.com (Katie Woloshin Corsetto) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Katie Woloshin Corsetto ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2kuGDEYNbMZGi2Kyq95LuV-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ask the Tax Editor, May 15: Deductions for Self-Employed Retirees ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on available tax breaks for retirees with a side hustle. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:45:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Deductions]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ joy.taylor@futurenet.com (Joy Taylor) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joy Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Rkka8XQu9vZheXZWrKiatm-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Companies Are Pausing 401(k) Matches in 2026: What It Means for Your Taxes and Retirement Savings ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Some employers are suspending or scaling back retirement contributions, leaving workers with new questions about savings, taxes, and long-term planning. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 15 May 2026 11:56:26 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rv5C3EPDJpc9mHnswDHh6B-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How the New Fed Chair Could Impact What You Pay in Taxes this Year ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ As Kevin Warsh starts leading the Federal Reserve, interest rate policy will shape household earnings and taxable income. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:09:54 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JzBmb6kRBfQZxiQWrKVgcD-1280-80.jpg">
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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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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pz2qPsTRmUnY2Fg9FgFYW7-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Ways the OBBBA Rewards the Midwestern Millionaire: You Won't Want to Ignore These Tax Planning Opportunities ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Diligent savers who take steps to capitalize on these tax-saving opportunities can keep more of their wealth and even help build a tax-efficient legacy. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 09:40:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ info@peakretirementplanning.com (Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/saF6ZgEPYZ9AbgHx5Wp4Jh-1280-80.jpg">
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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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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dQvdsa8CbcEMkScGztt9DN-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Congress Is Talking About a Federal Gas Tax Holiday: How Much Will Drivers Really Save? ]]></title>
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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>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EpAefn4pKeFH38vcxipokT-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ The first meeting with a new adviser can be intimidating, but you can reduce your worry and ensure you're hiring the right person by following a few rules. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Retirement Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ frontdesk@heritagefinancialsolutions.com (John Jones, ChFC®, EA, BCP®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ John Jones, ChFC®, EA, BCP® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B3cTJ8ByEfuk7yGq8kFNVV-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Direct energy investing offers unique tax benefits, although high-income households should carefully evaluate its risks, not just its tax treatment. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Investing]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jay R. Young ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/J7avWpYPoGxFgfpvvPQFtB-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ If you've saved millions for retirement, take cover from the "tax torpedo" of RMDs, IRMAA and the NIIT, which all conspire to spike your marginal tax rate. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:45:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ EBeach@exit59advisory.com (Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4jvAwqgrQa9LWCKFonCHve-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I'm a Financial Adviser: Are You a Woman Who Sees Financial Planning as Another Job You Don't Have Time For? You'll Regret That ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Many women forgo financial planning because it's just another thing to add to their lengthy to-do list. Here's why you should bump it to the top of your list. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Retirement Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Beth Bosworth, CFP® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iQkfzAC3GrZR3JNrNmqcsB-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ A mega backdoor Roth IRA allows high-income earners to potentially move tens of thousands of dollars into a tax-free retirement account. This is how it works. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ nhite@thestrategicwealthadvisor.com (Nancy Hite, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, RFC®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nancy Hite, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, RFC® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qSALQHJVuNG4ppDJaPA67a-1280-80.jpg">
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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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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ joy.taylor@futurenet.com (Joy Taylor) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joy Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pUSieQyfpDTBsHrft8TUff-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ From Pink Tax to Surveillance Pricing: Are You Paying More This Year Without Knowing It? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Mother’s Day often highlights household spending and how pricing systems in 2026 can vary among consumers in ways that are hard to see. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 07 May 2026 15:59:07 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZC2knswzzcx3nFw9VNTtER-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ From Buying a New Car to Having a Baby: How the OBBBA Affects Everyday Taxpayers ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ As well as making many tax cuts permanent, the OBBBA introduced a host of thresholds, phaseouts and deductions that affect everyday taxpayers, including these key changes. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Tax Planning]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ Tbyrnes@lebenthal.com (Tracy Byrnes, CDFA®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tracy Byrnes, CDFA® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5bW6Fc3B47NRNYXRCwQdKj-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ College Towns Are Becoming Retirement Destinations in 2026: How Does the Tax Math Add Up for Retirees? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ University and college towns offer a mix of cultural activity and healthcare access that appeals to some retirees. But the tax tradeoffs vary significantly depending on where you land. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:53:17 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/96PSJ3Sdh8EUpXnF4xNPxD-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Give More But Pay Less: An Essential Guide to Tax-Smart Charitable Giving in 2026 ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Tax law changes might be confusing, but there are still ways to be generous without sacrificing financial security. A donor-advised fund is a place to start. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Caleb Lund, CAP® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eVNFivnE2uVa566ryFyAcB-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Received an IRS Letter? Taxpayer Confusion Grows Over Whether CP53E Notices Are Real ]]></title>
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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>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pPVwfoQ78ozjcTp34ziBaP-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ The results of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best tax software category. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:52:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Rachael Green ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N7yHqiKkKrsSjrj55GPWua-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Many taxpayers were expecting higher tax refunds this year, only to find they owed money to the IRS. What was to blame — and how can you avoid it next year? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:40:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Income Tax]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ marketing@francisfinancial.com (Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™ ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/njYgRBKsAhY2ts8pUkHgSN-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ We've All Heard the Buzz About Roth Conversions, But Not Everyone Will Like the Reality ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Roth conversions have become a hot financial buzzword in recent years, but they're frequently misunderstood. Here's why they aren't the best move for everyone. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Roth IRAs]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Cathy DeWitt Dunn, CDFA®, FRC® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vAkVgnHQGqJJzHyH334ke9-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Quiz: Is Your 2026 Income Actually Taxable? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/puzzles/quizzes/is-your-2026-income-actually-taxable</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Test your knowledge of IRS rules with our taxable income quiz. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 24 May 2026 11:59:40 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bgKonkWdEJfajWe8fRAPeJ-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on inherited IRAs and the 10-year cleanout rule for non-spousal IRAs inherited after 2019 ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 10:50:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[IRAs]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ joy.taylor@futurenet.com (Joy Taylor) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joy Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GpDSZVzccYuQHsMLF64KdQ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ North Carolina’s $15,000 Forgivable Mortgage: How to Qualify in 2026 ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Moving to North Carolina in 2026? Learn how to secure 0% interest down payment assistance and what the loan "forgiveness" period means for your taxes. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:31:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:18:37 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D33YjpwjUFwxUHEwyHgyAf-1280-80.jpg">
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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>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N9pCYgAtUnAvoZPjrnCNPi-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Should You Relocate to a New State for Retirement? The Ultimate Checklist for Those With a Pension and $1 Million-Plus ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-planning/should-you-relocate-to-a-new-state-for-retirement-a-checklist</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The decision to move to a different state should balance financial issues with the lifestyle you want, rather than simply choosing a low-income-tax state. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:40:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:04:11 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ info@peakretirementplanning.com (Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA® ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2sxsHsuFNQyeNqXDBWbNuP-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 9 No-Capital-Gains-Tax States in 2026 Ranked by Cost of Living: Are They Really Cheaper? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A handful of states don't tax your capital gains, but housing, groceries, and other everyday essentials can change how much those tax savings are actually worth. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 01 May 2026 11:59:12 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kelley R. Taylor ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gtib2bKHxq3JVUwnd3tJYm-1280-80.jpg">
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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>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/april-30-tax-deadline-if-you-live-in-one-of-these-states</link>
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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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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                                                                                <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bcP3CPb3WTvvMpfnTW7puE-1280-80.jpg">
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