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Social Security Tax Limit for 2025: What the Higher Cap Means for Your Paycheck
Social Security Wealthier taxpayers will have more Social Security tax taken from their paychecks this year.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Tennessee Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Tennessee's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Tennessee compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Lower Your Retirement Taxes: Seven Common RMD Mistakes to Avoid
Retirement RMD mistakes can lead to IRS tax penalties and in some cases, more taxable income than necessary.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Ask the Editor — Tax Questions on Four New Tax Deductions
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on four new tax deductions in the "One Big Beautiful Bill."
By Joy Taylor Published
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Tennessee Tax-Free Weekend 2025
Tax Holiday Here's what you need to know about the annual Tennessee sales tax holiday.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Want to Lease an EV? The Tax Credit 'Loophole' for That Is Going Away Soon
Tax Credits If you are deciding whether to lease or buy an electric vehicle, here is what you need to know about how the EV lease tax credit works now that it will be eliminated under Trump's new tax law.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Five Ways Trump’s 2025 Tax Bill Could Boost Your Tax Refund (or Shrink It)
Tax Refunds The tax code is changing again, and if you’re filing for 2025, Trump’s ‘big beautiful’ bill could mean a bigger refund, a smaller one or something in between next year. Here are five ways the new law could impact your bottom line.
By Kate Schubel Published
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Taxes on Gambling Winnings and Losses: Nine Tips to Remember
Tax Tips Whether it’s online sports betting, a casino win, or a horse bet, don’t forget the gambling taxes.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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New Florida Sales Tax Holiday Changes for 2025: What to Know Now
Tax Relief As inflation continues to squeeze household budgets, Florida lawmakers are offering shoppers some sales tax relief.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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