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2026's Tax Trifecta: Expert Guide to Rural OZs (With Calendar)
Real estate investors can triple their tax step-up with rural opportunity zones this year. This month-by-month action plan will ensure you meet the deadline.
By Daniel Goodwin
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IRS Tax Season 2026 Is Here: Big Changes to Know Before You File
Tax Season Due to several major tax rule changes, your 2025 return might feel unfamiliar even if your income looks the same.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Don't Overpay the IRS: 6 Tax Mistakes That Could Be Raising Your Bill
Tax Tips Is your income tax bill bigger than expected? Here's how you should prepare for next year.
By Kate Schubel
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Have You Aligned Your Tax Strategy With These OBBBA Changes?
Individuals and businesses should work closely with their financial advisers to refine tax strategies this season in light of these five OBBBA changes.
By John Bute, CPA
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Ask the Tax Editor: Taxation of Social Security Benefits
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the taxation of Social Security benefits
By Joy Taylor
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9 States Without Income Tax in 2026
State Tax Your hard-earned money is safe from state income tax if you live in one of these states but watch out for other state and local taxes.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Types of Income the IRS Doesn't Tax
Income Tax It might feel as if the IRS taxes most of your hard-earned money, but some types of income are nontaxable.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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11 Overlooked Tax Deductions and Credits
Tax Breaks Don’t miss these often overlooked tax deductions and credits when you file your tax return this year.
By Katelyn Washington
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Taxes May Be a Certainty, But the Amount You Pay Doesn't Have to Be
Don't wait until Tax Day to start exploring your options. Take some steps throughout the year, and you may be pleasantly surprised.
By Brett Gottlieb, Investment Adviser Representative
