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Ask the Editor, May 16 — Reader Questions on Capital Gains
In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers three questions from readers on capital gains.
By Joy Taylor Published
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New Overtime Tax Deduction Proposed for Millions Working Extra Hours
Tax Law Some lawmakers and President Trump want to offer overtime tax relief. But will a tax deduction or an exemption help you most?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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How Much Will Car Prices Go Up With Tariffs?
Tariffs could drive car prices up even higher, for new and used cars, as well as for American brands.
By Jim Patterson Last updated
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2025 Tax Reform: Are Trump and the GOP Actually Planning to Raise Taxes?
Tax Reform As high-stakes tax reform talks resume on Capitol Hill, questions are swirling about what and President Trump and the GOP will do.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Will Trump’s 100% Movie Tariff Double Your Ticket Prices? What to Know
Tariffs Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign films threatens global productions and your wallet.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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What's Wrong With Trump's Pledge to End Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security Eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits could impact your finances. Here's what you need to know.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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The IRS is in Chaos
The Tax Letter DOGE, departures, data agreements and more are creating havoc at the IRS.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Trump's Second 100 Days
The Kiplinger Letter President Trump's agenda faces legal and legislative roadblocks.
By Matthew Housiaux Last updated
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Here's How Trump's Harvard Tax Status Threat Could Impact You
Tax Law Trump's latest higher education showdown raises fundamental questions that could reach beyond Harvard's nonprofit tax status.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
Tax Law