Tax Law
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Why the IRS Can Reject Smartwatch Mileage LogsTech Tax As we hit the halfway point of 2026, it's time to audit your mileage log before Uncle Sam audits it for you.
By Kate Schubel
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Standard Deduction 2026: How Much You Can Claim and Whether You Should ItemizeTax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Massachusetts Tax GuideState Tax Explore Massachusetts' state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Massachusetts compares nationwide.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ask the Tax Editor: Will Congress Enact More Tax Changes?Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on whether Congress will enact more tax changes before the November election and related topics.
By Joy Taylor
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IRS CP53E Letters Could Change Following Taxpayer BacklashTax Refunds Millions of taxpayers received confusing IRS refund letters this year. Could improvements be on the way?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Sunscreen, Shades and Meds: 11 Travel Must-Haves That Are Totally HSA EligibleTravel Tax Traveling but forgot some essentials? Give yourself a "tax discount" on vacation necessities using your health savings account by following these IRS rules.
By Kate Schubel
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States That Don't Tax Pension Income in 2026Retirement Taxes More than a dozen states don't tax pension income regardless of your age or how much money you have.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Retired With Self-Employment Income? Don't Miss This Tax BreakSome retired taxpayers don't realize that premiums for Medicare and long-term care insurance may be deductible on their return. Here's what financial planners say you need to know.
By Sandra Block
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Trump's No-IRS-Audit Deal Raises a Big Question: Who is the Tax Agency Still Auditing?Audits President Donald Trump’s unprecedented settlement with the IRS comes as staffing and budget cuts raise questions about who the agency still audits and why.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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