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The NBA Finals and the 'Jock Tax'? What You Need to Know
State Tax The NBA Finals, and other sporting events, are connected to taxes in a significant way.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Retire in the Bahamas With These Three Tax Benefits
Retirement Taxes Retirement in the Bahamas may be worth considering for high-net-worth individuals who hate paying taxes on income and capital gains.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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States That Tax Social Security Benefits in 2025
Retirement Taxes 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 Last updated
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Is Your State Coming For Your Online Sports Bets?
State Tax Several states are trying to hike sports betting tax rates in 2025. Here’s how it could affect you.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Summer Is Made for Sun, Fun … and Estate Planning Conversations
Now is the time to discuss estate planning with your loved ones to ensure the Great Wealth Transfer is efficient, tax-aware and in line with your legacy goals — not Uncle Sam's.
By Eric W. Bond Published
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Don't Have an Estate Plan? Six Things That Could Go Very Wrong
Bad things can happen when you're unprepared, such as big-time taxes and family turmoil. Generational planning can help protect the people you love. Here's some expert advice to help you out.
By Walt West Published
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Five Surprising GOP Senate Bill Tax Changes to Know
Tax Policy Senate Republicans released proposed tax changes for Trump’s ‘one big, beautiful bill.” Some provisions are already stirring debate.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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SALT Deduction: Three Things to Know for 2025
Tax Deductions Changes to the state and local tax deduction and the looming TCJA expiration have brought this tax break into the spotlight.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Ask the Editor, June 20: Questions on Tax Deductions and IRAs
Ask the Editor In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers four questions on deductions, tax proposals and IRAs.
By Joy Taylor Published
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