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Home Office Tax Deduction: Work From Home Write-Offs in 2026Tax Breaks Can you claim the home office deduction on your taxes this year?
By Rocky Mengle
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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 Study Finds Homeowners Over Age 65 Lose $20K When Selling Their HomesYour Home Older homeowners are getting less for their homes when they sell, according to a new study, raising important questions about retirement income and taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The Extra Standard Deduction for People Age 65 and Older: How Much Can You Save?Tax Deductions The extra standard deduction can help older adults reduce their taxable income.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Social Security Tax Limit for 2026: What the Higher Cap Means for Your PaycheckSocial Security Wealthier taxpayers will have more Social Security tax taken from their paychecks this year.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ask the Tax Editor: Estimated Tax Payments and WithholdingAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions on federal estimated tax payments and federal income tax withholding.
By Joy 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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