Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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New Mexico Tax Guide
State Tax Explore New Mexico's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how New Mexico compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington
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Property Tax Cap: Does Your State Have One?
Property Tax Does your state have a property tax cap? Here’s what you need to know about increasing tax bills in all 50 states.
By Katelyn Washington
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The Original Property Tax Hack: Avoiding The ‘Window Tax’
Property Taxes Here’s how homeowners can challenge their home assessment and potentially reduce their property taxes — with a little lesson from history.
By Kate Schubel
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Ask the Editor: Modified Adjusted Gross Income
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the meaning of modified adjusted gross income, or MAGI.
By Joy Taylor
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Social Security Tax Limit Rises Again: Who Pays More in 2026?
Payroll Taxes The Social Security Administration has announced significant changes affecting millions as we approach a new year.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) 2025 and 2026: How Much Will You Get?
Tax Credits The refundable amount for workers with or without children is slightly higher this year. Here’s what you need to know.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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SALT Deduction 2025 Changes: Three Key Things to Know Now
Tax Deductions Changes to the state and local tax (SALT) deduction in the so-called 'big beautiful bill' have put this tax break in the spotlight.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Three Critical Tax Changes Could Boost Your Paycheck in 2026
Tax Tips The IRS predicts these tax breaks may change take-home pay in 2026. Will you get over $1,000 in tax savings?
By Kate Schubel
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How the IRS Taxes Retirement Income
Retirement Taxes It's important to know how common sources of retirement income are taxed.
By Kelley R. Taylor
Retirement Taxes
