State Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on state tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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6 Steps to Appeal Your Property Tax BillProperty Tax As home values increase nationwide, property taxes are also on the rise.
By Sandra Block
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Low-Tax States For Middle-Class Families Ranked by Childcare AffordabilityMiddle Class Taxes If you prioritize low state taxes, here's how early childhood costs stack up across the country in 2026.
By Kate Schubel
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Virginia Lawmakers Approve First-of-Its-Kind Data Center Power TaxTax Law The first statewide tax in the United States specifically tied to data center electricity consumption comes with a bit of a catch.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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New York STAR Tax Relief Checks Being Sent Now: Who Gets $350 to $1,500Tax Relief Check your eligibility for average property tax savings ranging from $350 to $1,500 this year.
By Kate Schubel
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New California Wealth Tax Heads to the 2026 Ballot: Who Would Pay, What's at Stake and What Happens NextState Tax A proposed tax on extreme wealth in California is moving closer to voters. Here's what it means for high earners and others in the Golden State.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Florida Voters to Decide on $250,000 Property Tax Exemption This FallYour Home The proposed exemption is designed to lower annual tax bills for primary residences, but critics warn cities could hike local service fees to offset revenue losses.
By Chrissy Paradis
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10 Cheapest Places to Live in ArizonaProperty Tax Moving to Arizona? Here's where to buy for the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel
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States That Won’t Tax Your Powerball Winnings in 2026Lottery Taxes Some states won’t take a tax bite out of your Powerball jackpot or Mega Millions payout.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Historic Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals Puts the 'Jock Tax' Back in the SpotlightState Taxes The NBA Finals, and other sporting events, are connected to taxes in a significant way.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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