Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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Trump 2025 Tax Bill: What’s Changed and How It Affects Your Taxes
Tax Law From standard deduction amounts to tax brackets and Medicaid cuts, here’s what individual filers need to know about tax changes in Trump's "big beautiful bill."
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Is Unemployment Taxable? A State-by-State Guide
State Tax The federal government taxes unemployment benefits. But is unemployment taxable in your state?
By Katelyn Washington
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New $6,000 'Senior Bonus' Deduction: What It Means for Taxpayers Age 65 and Older
Tax Changes If you’re an older adult, a new bonus tax deduction could provide a valuable tax benefit. Here's how it works.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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3 Major Changes to the Charitable Deduction for 2026
Tax Breaks About 144 million Americans might qualify for the 2026 universal charity deduction, while high earners face new IRS limits. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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10 Retirement Tax Plan Moves to Make Before December 31
Retirement Taxes Proactively reviewing your health coverage, RMDs and IRAs can lower retirement taxes in 2025 and 2026. Here’s how.
By Kate Schubel
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5 Types of Gifts the IRS Won’t Tax: Even If They’re Big
Gift Tax Several categories of gifts don’t count toward annual gift tax limits. Here's what you need to know.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Law Reversal Looming? Trump Eyes 2026 Gambling Winnings Tax Change
Tax Deductions It's no secret that the IRS is coming after your gambling winnings in 2026. But how long will that last?
By Kate Schubel
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Estate Tax Quiz: Can You Pass the Test on the 40% Federal Rate?
Quiz How well do you know the new 2026 IRS rules for wealth transfer and the specific tax brackets that affect your heirs? Let's find out!
By Kate Schubel
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Retirees in These 7 States Could Pay Less Property Taxes Next Year
State Taxes Retirement property tax bills could be up to 65% cheaper for some older adults in 2026. Do you qualify?
By Kate Schubel
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