Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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States With No Income Tax in 2026: Ranked by Real Cost of Living
State Tax When deciding where to live, income tax savings are just part of the equation. Housing, everyday expenses, and other levies determine your true cost.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Stop Using Your Smartwatch for Mileage (Until You Read This IRS Rule)
Tech Taxes You bought your watch for tracking steps, but the IRS tracks your mileage. Did you miss out on this key tax deduction?
By Kate Schubel
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Should Your College Student File a Tax Return This Year? 2 IRS Rules to Know
IRS Rules 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.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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A 9.9% Washington Millionaires Tax is Here: What's Next for High Earners?
Tax Law Washington’s tax structure is headed for another significant shift that involves "taxing the rich." Will more states follow?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Your North Carolina Income Tax Cut Is Coming — But There’s a Catch
State Taxes 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.
By Kate Schubel
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Turned 73 Last Year? Your First RMD May Be Due April 1
RMDs April Fool's Day is an important RMD deadline for some older adults and retirees.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Will Your Social Security Be Taxed in 2026? Here’s What to Know
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your tax bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Quiz: How Well Do You Know the New Child Tax Credit?
Quiz The $2,200 child tax credit is here, but with new eligibility rules. Test your knowledge of how much you can claim.
By Roxanne Bland
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The $6K Senior Deduction: How 2026 Savings Vary by Income Level
Tax Breaks 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.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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