Tax Law
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2025 Standard Deduction Changes Under New Trump Tax Bill
Tax Breaks What is the standard deduction for your filing status in 2025?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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What’s Happening With Taxes on Overtime Pay?
Income Tax Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate overtime tax has ignited chatter.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Elon Musk and Most Taxpayers Don't Like What's in Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill'
Tax Policy President Trump is betting big on his newest tax cuts, signed into law on July 4. But not everyone is on board.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Ask the Editor — Tax Questions on Inherited IRAs
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on the rules on inheriting IRAs.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Big GOP Tax Bill Could Change Your Estate Planning for 2025
Tax Law The GOP extended and increased the higher gift and estate tax exemption and affected AMT thresholds. What might this mean for your estate plan?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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No Social Security Tax Changes in Trump’s 'Big Bill'? What Retirees Need to Know
Tax Policy Eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits is missing from President Trump’s tax overhaul. Here’s why and what an alternative offering could mean for retirement taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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IRS Watchdog: Three Problems the IRS Must Address in 2025
IRS The tax season is over, but new changes to the IRS can pose risks to your taxpayer experience.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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What's Happening With the New Jersey State Budget?
State Taxes The latest New Jersey tax laws include a new ‘mansion tax’ and Stay NJ payouts. Here’s what to know.
By Kate Schubel Published
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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 Last updated
Retirement Taxes