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Maryland Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Maryland's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Maryland compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Capital Gains Tax Exclusion for Homeowners: What to Know for 2025
Tax Breaks The IRS capital gains home sale exclusion can be a valuable tax-saving tool if you're eligible.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Amazon Prime Day Deals? Sales Tax and Tariffs Can Increase Your Total Price
Sales Tax Amazon Prime Day 2025 can offer some opportunities to save, but this year, taxes and tariffs matter.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Mississippi Tax-Free Weekend 2025
Tax Holiday Just in time for Prime Day, Mississippi celebrated a tax holiday in July. Find out what back-to-school essentials were included.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Eight Things No One Tells You About Retirement
Making Your Money Last As you advance toward retirement, it's a good idea to start sharpening the focus of your retirement vision.
By Rachel L. Sheedy Last updated
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Types of Income the IRS Doesn't Tax: What to Know for 2025
Income Tax It might feel as if the IRS taxes most of your hard-earned money, but some types of income are nontaxable.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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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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The 2025 Estate Tax Exemption
Estate Tax The IRS increased the exemption before the GOP tax bill dropped. Find out how the plan could permanently change the threshold for estate taxes.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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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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