Income Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on income tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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Ask the Tax Editor: Residential Rental Property Questions
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on reporting income and loss from residential rental property.
By Joy Taylor
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Should You Withhold Tax From Social Security Benefits?
Social Security Having taxes withheld from Social Security benefits can help retirees avoid a surprise when tax season arrives.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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12 Tax Strategies Every Self-Employed Worker Needs in 2026
Your Business Navigating the seas of self-employment can be rough. We've got answers to common questions so you can have smoother sailing.
By Roxanne Bland
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When Are Estimated Tax Payments Due in 2026?
Tax Deadlines You make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS if you are self-employed or don’t have taxes withheld from your income for other reasons.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Standard Deduction 2025 and 2026: Amounts, Exceptions, and Who Should Itemize
Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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States That Don't Tax Pension Income in 2026
Retirement Taxes More than a dozen states don't tax pension income regardless of your age or how much money you have.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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2025-2026 Tax Brackets and Federal Income Tax Rates
Income Tax Knowing your federal tax bracket is essential, as it determines your marginal income tax rate for the year.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Is Unemployment Taxable? A State-by-State Guide
State Tax The federal government taxes unemployment benefits. But is unemployment taxable in your state?
By Katelyn Washington
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2025 Standard Deduction Changes Under New Trump Tax Bill
Tax Breaks What is the standard deduction for your filing status in 2025?
By Kate Schubel
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