Tax Law
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New Wealth Taxes Could Drive Residents Out of High-Tax States in 2026: But Will You Still Owe Taxes After Moving?State Tax With some states floating proposals to tax wealth, it's important to remember that relocation doesn't always end a state's tax reach.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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New California Wealth Tax Heads to the 2026 Ballot: Who Would Pay, What's at Stake and What Happens NextState Tax A proposed tax on extreme wealth in California is moving closer to voters. Here's what it means for high earners and others in the Golden State.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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April 30 Deadline: If You Live in One of These 'Late States,' Your Taxes Are Due This WeekState Taxes Residents in Delaware, Iowa, Virginia, and beyond must file 2025 state income taxes soon or request an extension. Don't miss the due date.
By Kate Schubel
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Another State Could Eliminate Income Tax in 2026 for Higher Sales Taxes: Will More States Follow?State Tax After eliminating its state capital gains tax last year, Missouri is now considering a larger tax shift. Could this serve as a test case for other states?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How the IRS Taxes Retirement Income in 2026Retirement Taxes It's important to know how common sources of retirement income are taxed.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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10 States With the Lowest Property Tax Rates in 2026Property Tax While the national average is climbing, homeowners in these states pay less than 0.53%. Compare your current tax bill against the 2026 rankings.
By Kate Schubel
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15 States With the Highest and Lowest Tax Rates in 2026State Tax High-tax states aren’t always the most expensive to live in, and low-tax states don’t always mean bigger savings. Here’s how tax burdens really compare across the U.S.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ohio Push to End Property Taxes in 2026: Who Benefits and Who Really Pays Instead?Tax Law Ohio residents are watching a major tax debate unfold that could reshape how local communities are funded across the state.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Bigger Tax Refunds Are Here: So Why Do Most People Still Think Their Taxes Are Too High?Tax Policy As of Tax Day 2026, most Americans say they’re paying too much in taxes, as concerns grow that wealthy individuals and corporations aren’t paying their fair share.
By Kelley R. Taylor
Tax Policy
