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The latest IRS (Internal Revenue Service) news, comment and features from Kiplinger
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How to Pay the IRS if You Owe TaxesTax 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 StallsTax 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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3 Major Changes to the 2026 Charitable DeductionTax Breaks About 144 million Americans might qualify for the 2026 universal charity deduction, while high earners face new IRS limits. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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3 Popular Tax Breaks Are Gone for Good in 2026Tax Breaks Here's a list of federal tax deductions and credits that you can't claim in the 2026 tax year. High-income earners could also get hit by a "surprise" tax bill.
By Kate Schubel
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Where's My Refund? How to Track Your Tax Refund StatusTax Refunds The IRS Where's My Refund tracker lets you check the status of your federal tax refund. Here's what you need to know.
By Katelyn Washington
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Tax Refund Alert: House GOP Predicts Bigger Tax Refunds in 2026Tax Refunds Here's how the IRS tax refund outlook for 2026 is changing and what steps you can take now to prepare.
By Kate Schubel
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7 Bad Tax Habits to Kick Right NowTax Tips Ditch these seven common habits to sidestep IRS red flags for a smoother, faster 2026 income tax filing.
By Kate Schubel
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How Collectibles Are Taxed: A Closer Look at Capital Gains RulesCollectibles Gains on collectibles like gold can be subject to a higher rate than for most other investments.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Should You Do Your Own Taxes This Year or Hire a Pro?Taxes Doing your own taxes isn’t easy, and hiring a tax pro isn’t cheap. Here’s a guide to help you figure out whether to tackle the job on your own or hire a professional.
By Roxanne Bland
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