Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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New RMD Rules: Starting Age, Penalties, Roth 401(k)s, and MoreRMDs The SECURE 2.0 Act made major changes to rules for required minimum distributions (RMDs) — are you up to speed?
By Rocky Mengle
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Home Office Tax Deduction: Work From Home Write-Offs in 2026Tax Breaks Can you claim the home office deduction on your taxes this year?
By Rocky Mengle
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New Study Finds Homeowners Over Age 65 Lose $20K When Selling Their HomesYour Home Older homeowners are getting less for their homes when they sell, according to a new study, raising important questions about retirement income and taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The Extra Standard Deduction for People Age 65 and Older: How Much Can You Save?Tax Deductions The extra standard deduction can help older adults reduce their taxable income.
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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Trump Account Spinoff Launches, but Only in 23 States: Is Yours on the List?Savings Here's why a new type of child savings account for foster youth isn't available in most states — for now.
By Kate Schubel
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Could Your ZIP Code Cut Your Federal Taxes? New Bill Explains HowIncome Taxes The location-based tax cut would expand federal brackets for high-cost areas in New York, California, Florida and more. Here's who would qualify.
By Kate Schubel
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Florida Voters to Decide on $250,000 Property Tax Exemption This FallYour Home The proposed exemption is designed to lower annual tax bills for primary residences, but critics warn cities could hike local service fees to offset revenue losses.
By Chrissy Paradis
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When Are Taxes Due in 2026? Tax Deadlines by MonthTax Deadlines Avoid costly IRS penalties and interest by tracking the most important 2026 federal income tax due dates for individual taxpayers.
By Kate Schubel
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