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Ask the Tax Editor: Tax Breaks for VehiclesAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on tax breaks for buying a vehicle, using a vehicle in your business and more.
By Joy Taylor
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SALT Deduction Gets an Update for 2026 TaxesTax Changes A key homeowner tax break is higher this year. Here's what you need to know now.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The Silent 401(k) Drain Costing Thousands in Retirement GrowthTax Savings Millions of parents are cutting retirement savings to cover rising student debt. Discover three strategies to protect your future.
By Kate Schubel
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How to Time Retirement Withdrawals to Save on TaxesBy coordinating withdrawals from retirement accounts to keep your income below certain thresholds, you can save on taxes and benefit from valuable deductions.
By Steven L. Rich, RICP®, CLTC®, NSSA®, CF2
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Adoption Tax Credit: What You Need to Know for 2026Tax Credits Due to a new tax law and annual IRS inflation adjustments, adoption tax credit amounts are higher.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) 2026: How Much Will You Get?Tax Credits The refundable amount for workers with or without children is slightly higher this year. Here’s what you need to know.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Powerball Jackpot Payout: How Much a Winner Actually Takes Home After TaxesLottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Calculate Taxes on Social Security BenefitsSocial Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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States That Tax Social Security Benefits in 2026Retirement Tax Not all retirees who live in states that tax Social Security benefits have to pay state income taxes. Will your benefits be taxed?
By Kate Schubel
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