Income Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on income tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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2024 and 2025 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 Last updated
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How to Calculate Taxes on Social Security Benefits in 2025
Social 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 Last updated
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How to Lower Your Tax Bill Next Year
Income Taxes Knowing how to lower your tax bill (pay less taxes) requires some strategizing. Here are a few tax tips to help make it happen.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty Tax Bill
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Trump’s Latest Pitch: No Taxes If You Earn Less Than $150K?
Taxes The Trump administration reportedly wants to eliminate taxes for certain earners.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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How to Pay the IRS if You Owe Taxes
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By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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What is Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT) and Who Pays It?
Income Tax Find out which income levels are subject to the 3.8% NIIT surtax.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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New Iowa Income Tax Rate for 2025: What It Means for You
State Tax A new tax law lands Iowa among the top ten states with the lowest income tax rates.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Why You May Owe More Tax Soon on Popular Employee Benefits
Tax Law Workers could foot the tax bill for employer-provided benefits like parking, gyms, and meals.
By Kate Schubel Published
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