Tax credits
News, insights and expert analysis on tax credits from the team at Kiplinger.
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New Car Loan Interest Deduction: Which Vehicles and Buyers QualifyTax Breaks Trump and the GOP are now offering a tax deduction for auto loan interest. How will it work?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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65 or Older? 5 Tax Strategies to Protect Your Retirement IncomeRetirement From leveraging the new senior bonus deduction to timing Roth conversions, smart tax planning is key this year.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Tax Season 2026: 8 Big Changes to Know Before You FileTax Season Due to several major tax rule changes, your 2025 return might feel unfamiliar even if your income looks the same.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to KnowTax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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3 Popular Tax Breaks Are Gone for Good in 2026Tax Breaks Here's a list of federal tax deductions and credits that you can't claim in the 2026 tax year. High-income earners could also get hit by a "surprise" tax bill.
By Kate Schubel
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7 Overlooked Tax Deductions for the Self-EmployedTax Breaks If you've recently gone into business for yourself, don't miss these sometimes overlooked credits and tax deductions for the self-employed.
By Kevin McCormally
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Oregon Tax Kicker in 2026: What's Your Refund?State Tax The Oregon kicker for 2025 state income taxes is coming. Here's how to calculate your credit and the eligibility rules.
By Kate Schubel
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Don't Overpay the IRS: 6 Tax Mistakes That Could Be Raising Your BillTax Tips Is your income tax bill bigger than expected? Here's how you should prepare for next year.
By Kate Schubel
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11 Overlooked Tax Deductions and Credits That Can Help Lower Your Tax Bill in 2026Tax Breaks Don’t miss these often overlooked tax deductions and credits when you file your tax return this year.
By Kate Schubel
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