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Mississippi Tax-Free Weekend 2026Tax Holiday Mississippi celebrated a tax holiday in July. Find out what back-to-school essentials were included.
By Kate Schubel
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Types of Income the IRS Doesn't TaxIncome 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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Taxes on Social Security Benefits: 6 Things to Know for 2026Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your tax bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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New $6,000 'Senior Bonus' Deduction: What It Means for Taxpayers Age 65 and OlderTax Changes If you’re an older adult, a new bonus tax deduction could provide a valuable tax benefit. Here's how it works.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The IRS Never Texts You, So Why Are They Doing It Now?IRS Notices Taxpayers have been told for years that the IRS never sends a text message. But under 2026 digital rules, the agency can reach out for three specific reasons.
By Kate Schubel
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New Jersey 'Senior Freeze' in 2026: How to Check Your Payment StatusTax Relief Looking for your New Jersey property tax reimbursement? Here is the latest 2026 Senior Freeze payment schedule and how to track your check through the NJ Division of Taxation.
By Kate Schubel
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Avoiding the Widows' Penalty Tax Trap After a Spouse PassesIncome Tax Many surviving spouses are surprised to discover that losing a partner can mean paying higher taxes on less income.
By Chrissy Paradis
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Do You Know More Retirement Tax Rules Than a 28-Year-Old? Take the QuizQuiz We gave a Gen Z non-finance professional these five questions, and here's how they scored. Can you beat it?
By Kate Schubel
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Best States for Middle-Class Families Who Hate Paying Taxes in 2026State Tax Here are the ten best states for 'middle-class' families (taxpayers with middle incomes) due to low tax burdens.
By Katelyn Washington
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