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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to Know
Tax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Find a Tax Preparer: What to Look for in a Tax Professional
You want to find a tax preparer who's qualified, reasonable and knowledgeable to file your taxes. How do you get a tax professional that's right for you?
By Joy Taylor
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5 Retirement Tax Traps to Watch in 2026
Retirement Even in retirement, some income sources can unexpectedly raise your federal and state tax bills. Here's how to avoid costly surprises.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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IRS Reveals New 2026 Child Tax Credit and other Family Credit Amounts
Tax Credits Key family tax breaks are higher for 2026, including the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Adoption Credit. Here's what they're worth.
By Kate Schubel
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14 Education Tax Credits and Deductions to Know
Education From the $20,000 529 plan expansion to the return of the student loan "tax bomb," the new Trump tax bill has overhauled how you pay for school. Here's where to save.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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3 Smart Ways to Spend Your Retirement Tax Refund
Retirement Taxes With the new "senior bonus" hitting bank accounts this tax season, your retirement refund might be higher than usual. Here's how to re-invest those funds for a financially efficient 2026.
By Kate Schubel
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How to Pay the IRS if You Owe Taxes
Tax Debt There are several ways to pay the IRS if you owe, but just because you can pay taxes over time doesn’t always mean you should.
By Katelyn Washington
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Paper Tax Filers Face Long Wait as IRS Digitization Effort Stalls
Tax Filing Last April, the IRS launched its Zero Paper Initiative to speed paper tax return processing. The project isn’t going well.
By Roxanne Bland
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States Sending 'Stimulus' Checks in 2026
Rebate Checks Some people are receiving one-time state rebate checks. Is your state sending money?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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