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Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate and Home Sales
Capital Gains Selling your home or a rental property? Here are important capital gains tax rules to keep in mind.
By Joy Taylor Last updated
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Mansion Tax: Do You Need to Worry About It?
Mansion Tax If you’re in the market for a high-value home, you may face an additional tax rolled into your closing costs.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Arizona Pickleball Taxes? What You Need to Know
State Tax The popular sport is sparking debate in some communities. Could you be subject to ‘pickleball taxes’?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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10 States With the Highest Sales Taxes
State Tax These states have the highest sales tax rates in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes look like before you shop.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Six New Tax Credits in Harris' Economic Plan: What to Know
Election 2024 Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed several tax breaks.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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States With the Lowest Property Tax
Property Taxes Homeowners in these states received some of the lowest property tax bills in the U.S. How does yours compare?
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Five Tax Strategies to Preserve Your Retirement Savings
From Roths to HSAs to creative Social Security timing, retirees have many options to minimize their taxes. You might be surprised what a difference it can make.
By Steve Reder Published
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Capital Gains Tax Explained: What It Is and How Much You Pay
Capital Gains Tax It's important to understand what capital gains tax is and how it's calculated, and what tax rates apply.
By Orla O'Connor Last updated
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Sometimes It Pays to 'Blow the Whistle' on IRS Tax Evaders
Tax Fraud The IRS recently awarded three IRS whistleblowers $74 million. Here's why.
By Kate Schubel Published
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