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Trump IRS Audit Deal Raises a Big Question: Who is the Tax Agency Still Auditing?Audits 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.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How the Midterms Offer a Unique Tax Planning OpportunityMarkets tend to experience uncertainty leading up to midterm elections, followed by recovery. Canny investors recognize that dip as a tax planning opportunity.
By Kyle Hammerschmidt, Investment Adviser
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Key State Tax Changes for 2026 to Know NowTax Changes As a new year begins, taxpayers across the country are navigating a new round of state tax changes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Trump Tax Bill 2025: What Changed and How It Affects Your TaxesTax Law From standard deduction amounts to tax brackets and Medicaid cuts, here’s what individual filers need to know about tax changes in Trump's "big beautiful bill."
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The Crucial Tax Planning Difference That Can Preserve Your Retirement Nest EggShifting from tax preparation to tax planning can help you strategically time Roth conversions and avoid Social Security taxes or Medicare surcharges.
By Eric Heckman, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CRTP
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Our Taxpaying 'Golden Hour' Won't Last: Make These Moves NowThe 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.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
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How to Make Use of the EV Charger Tax Credit Before it ExpiresThe federal tax credit for home EV chargers is set to expire June 30, but qualifying can be more complicated than simply buying a charger.
By Paige Cerulli
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Ask the Tax Editor: Roth IRAs and the Five-Year RuleAsk the Editor 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.
By Joy Taylor
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10 Cheapest Places to Live in GeorgiaProperty Tax Looking for affordable Georgia living? These counties offer the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel
Property Tax
