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States That Won't Tax Your DeathEstate Taxes How much will your children — or other heirs — pay when you die? That depends on whether you live in a state with no death tax.
By Katelyn Washington
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Tax Season 2026: 8 Big Changes to Know Before You FileTax 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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IRS Updates 2026 Tax Deduction for People Age 65 and OlderTax Changes Adjustments to the extra standard deduction can impact the tax bills of millions of older adults. Here are some new amounts to know for 2026.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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IRS Phasing Out Paper Checks: Here's What to Know in 2026Tax Changes IRS tax refunds and Social Security paper checks are typically delivered online now. Will that impact your money?
By Kate Schubel
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California Retirement Tax 2026: Is the 'Social Security Shield' Enough?State Taxes The Golden State won't touch your Social Security, but high rates on pensions and IRAs tell a different story. Can you afford retirement in California?
By Kate Schubel
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How Bonuses Are Taxed: What to Know About the Bonus Tax RateIncome Tax Tax withholding rules mean a portion of your bonus won’t make it into your bank account.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The Wash Sale Rule: Six Things to Know to Avoid Tax PitfallsInvesting The wash sale rule is important when you are selling and rebuying stocks to offset losses.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Calculate Taxes on Social Security BenefitsSocial Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Don’t Make These 5 Common Mistakes on Your Tax ReturnTax Filing The IRS warns taxpayers to watch out for these common errors as they prepare to file.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
Tax Filing
