Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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No Tax on Tips? How the New Tip Deduction Actually Works
Income Taxes Will you stop paying taxes on your tip income? New tax rules may allow some workers to reduce their tax liability on qualified tips. Here’s what you need to know and how to claim it.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Will IRS Budget Cuts Disrupt Tax Season? What You Need to Know
Taxes The 2026 tax season could be an unprecedented one for the IRS. Here’s how you can be proactive to keep up with the status of your return.
By Roxanne Bland
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3 Retirement Changes to Watch in 2026: Tax Edition
Retirement Taxes Between the Social Security "senior bonus" phaseout and changes to Roth tax rules, your 2026 retirement plan may need an update. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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11 IRS Audit Red Flags for Retirees in 2026
Retirement Taxes Retirees who think they can escape the IRS audit machine should think again.
By Joy Taylor
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Do You Pay Property Taxes in Tennessee? What You Need to Know in 2026
Property Taxes State lawmakers are moving to ban state property taxes, but can they stop the local rate spike? Here's how 2026 could lower your Tennessee property tax bill.
By Kate Schubel
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5 Trump Tax Bill Changes Homeowners Need to Know Now
Tax Changes Trump’s new tax legislation is reshaping how tax breaks for homeowners work.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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12 Tax Strategies Every Self-Employed Worker Needs in 2026
Your Business Navigating the seas of self-employment can be rough. We've got answers to common questions so you can have smoother sailing.
By Roxanne Bland
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New California Wealth Tax for 2026? Here's What's Happening Now
State Taxes California has considered taxing wealth before, but the latest proposal seems to be different.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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New Car Loan Interest Deduction: Which Vehicles and Buyers Qualify
Tax Breaks Trump and the GOP are now offering a tax deduction for auto loan interest. How will it work?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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