Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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QCD Limit, Rules and How to Lower Your 2026 Taxable Income
Tax Breaks A QCD can reduce your tax bill in retirement while meeting charitable giving goals. Here’s how.
By Kate Schubel
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A Free Tax Filing Option Has Disappeared for 2026: Here's What That Means for You
Tax Filing Tax season officially opens on January 26. But you'll have one less way to submit your tax return for free. Here's what you need to know.
By Roxanne Bland
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When Do W-2s Arrive? 2026 Deadline and 'Big Beautiful Bill' Changes
Tax Deadlines Mark your calendar: Feb 2 is the big W-2 release date. Here’s the delivery scoop and what the Trump tax changes might mean for your taxes.
By Kate Schubel
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2026 State Tax Changes to Know Now: Is Your Tax Rate Lower?
Tax Changes As a new year begins, taxpayers across the country are navigating a new round of state tax changes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Social Security Benefits and Your Taxes: 6 Things to Know for 2026
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your tax bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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States That Tax Social Security Benefits in 2026
Retirement Tax Not all retirees who live in states that tax Social Security benefits have to pay state income taxes. Will your benefits be taxed?
By Kate Schubel
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The New Estate Tax Exemption Amount for 2026
Estate Tax The IRS has increased the exemption as we enter into a promising tax year for estates and inheritances.
By Kate Schubel
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States That Don't Tax Pension Income in 2026
Retirement 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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States That Won't Tax Your Retirement Income in 2026
Retirement Tax Several states don’t tax Social Security benefits, 401(k)s, IRAs, and pensions. But you may still have to pay state taxes on some incomes.
By Kate Schubel
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