Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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Already Filed Your Taxes? How (And When) to Change Your Return Without Delaying Your IRS RefundTax Returns Caught an error or missed a tax deduction after hitting submit? Before you rush to file an amendment, see which mistakes the IRS fixes for you and which ones require a Form 1040-X to save your refund.
By Chrissy Paradis
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Tax Day Trivia: 6 Surprising Facts About Your 2026 RefundQuiz Take this quiz to see how much you know about April 15th, 2026 — the last day to file your federal tax return.
By Kate Schubel
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Missouri Tax GuideState Tax Explore Missouri's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Missouri compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington
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District of Columbia Tax GuideState Tax Explore the District of Columbia's tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how District of Columbia compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington
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More States Have Flat Tax Rates for 2026: What It Means and Who Benefits MostIncome Tax Some states are moving to single‑rate income taxes or cutting existing brackets. That could change how much you keep every payday, especially if you’re thinking about where to live or work next.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Capital Gains Tax Rates 2025 and 2026: What You Need to KnowCapital Gains Tax Navigating capital gains tax can be complex, but knowing the applicable tax rates and thresholds can help you plan your investments.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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When Are Estimated Tax Payments Due in 2026?Tax Deadlines You make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS if you are self-employed or don’t have taxes withheld from your income for other reasons.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Does Your Child Need to File a Tax Return This Year?Tax Filing Here’s how to tell if your child needs to file a tax return and how it can impact your tax liability.
By Katelyn Washington
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How 2026's Surge in First-Time Bettors and New IRS Rules Are Shifting World Cup OddsTaxable Income When deciding where to place your 2026 World Cup bet, new data suggests you might want to avoid team favorites, especially since gambling winnings will be taxed higher this year.
By Kate Schubel
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