Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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IRS Phasing Out Paper Checks: Here's What to Know in 2026Tax Changes IRS tax refunds and Social Security paper checks are typically delivered online now. Will that impact your money?
By Kate Schubel
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The Wash Sale Rule: Six Things to Know to Avoid Tax PitfallsInvesting The wash sale rule is important when you are selling and rebuying stocks to offset losses.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Calculate Taxes on Social Security BenefitsSocial Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Could a New Billionaire Tax Plan Put $3,000 in Your Pocket?Wealth Taxes Two prominent lawmakers are proposing to "tax the rich" and send some proceeds to taxpayers. Could it be a sign of things to come?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Florida Wants to Eliminate Property Tax: Here’s Who Would Really Pay InsteadState Taxes A new proposal could significantly reduce property taxes for many Florida homeowners. Here’s how the plan would recalibrate the state’s tax structure and shift who ultimately pays the price.
By Chrissy Paradis
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Kentucky Tax GuideState Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact Kentucky residents.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Why Your Michigan Tax Refund Might Take Longer Than Usual This YearState Taxes If your Michigan tax refund hasn’t arrived, you’re not alone. Here’s what "pending manual review" means and how to verify your identity if needed.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 Retirement Tax Traps to Watch in 2026Retirement Even in retirement, some income sources can unexpectedly raise your federal and state tax bills. Here's how to avoid costly surprises.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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2026 Tax Refund Delays: 5 States Where Your Money Is StuckState Tax From New York to Oregon, your state income tax refund could be delayed for weeks. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
State Tax
