Income Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on income tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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The TCJA: Key Facts on the 2017 'Trump Tax Cuts' and What's Extended for 2025
Tax Law How many of the extended TCJA provisions in the so-called 'One Big Beautiful Bill' (OBBB) will impact your wallet?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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What's the Standard Deduction for 2025? Changes You Need to Know
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 Last updated
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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 Last updated
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What’s Happening With Taxes on Overtime Pay?
Income Tax Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate overtime tax has ignited chatter.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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2025 Tax Deduction Change for Those Over Age 65
Tax Changes Adjustments to the extra standard deduction can impact the tax bills of millions of older adults.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Extra Standard Deduction for People Age 65 and Older
Tax Deductions The extra standard deduction can help older adults reduce their taxable income.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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How the IRS Taxes Retirement Income
Retirement Taxes It's important to know how common sources of retirement income are taxed.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Mega Millions After Taxes: How Much Will the Winner Get?
Lottery Taxes A Mega Millions jackpot winner will take home much less than the advertised jackpot amount, thanks to taxes.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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When Are Estimated Tax Payments Due in 2025?
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 Last updated
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