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10 US Oktoberfests: From Cheapest to Most Taxed BeerState Tax Before you grab a pint, find out how much your favorite German-style festival adds to the price in 2026.
By Kate Schubel
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Ditching Capital Gains Via Your Parents’ Estate ExemptionYou may be able to eliminate capital gains taxes on highly appreciated assets by leveraging a parent's unused estate tax exemption for a stepped-up tax basis.
By Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq.
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Ask the Editor: Changes to 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions and MoreAsk the Editor Our Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor answers readers' questions about retirement plans and IRAs, including a big change to 401(k) catch-up contributions.
By Joy Taylor
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4 Year-End Tax Strategies for Charitable GivingIf you're thinking ahead to your year-end giving, here are four ways to maximize the impact of your donations while making full use of available tax incentives.
By Martin Schamis, CFP®
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How Your Fall Garden Can Spike Your Property Tax BillProperty Tax Permanent hardscaping and other installations may raise your property tax bill in 2026: here's what you may do about it.
By Kate Schubel
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Some Retirees Are Choosing Delaware Over Florida: How the Retirement Math Adds UpRetirement Tax Florida has long been a favored retirement destination, but lately, Delaware is having a moment.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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3 Charitable Giving Strategies for High-Net-Worth PeopleIf you have $1 million or more saved for retirement, these charitable giving strategies can help you give efficiently and save on taxes.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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States With No Income Tax Ranked By Homeowner CostsState Tax See which of the nine zero-tax states offer real cost savings on property taxes, insurance, and utilities.
By Kate Schubel
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Tax Breaks for Victims of Hurricanes, Wildfires and Other DisastersTax Breaks A new law gives more tax breaks to victims of natural disasters. The IRS also has an assortment of resources for victims.
By Joy Taylor
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