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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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How High Earners Can Get Through the Income Tax MazeIncome tax rules are more complex than ever, even more so for those earning between $150,000 and $500,000. The solution? Active and intentional tax management.
By Scott Noble, CPA/PFS
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Ask the Tax Editor: Amended Returns and Late-Filed ReturnsAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions on amended returns and penalties for filing your tax return late.
By Joy Taylor
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New RMD Rules: Starting Age, Penalties, Roth 401(k)s, and MoreRMDs The SECURE 2.0 Act made major changes to rules for required minimum distributions (RMDs) — are you up to speed?
By Rocky Mengle
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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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