Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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How to Get a Tax Extension if You Need More Time to FileTax Deadlines If you can't finish your federal tax return by Tax Day, you can get more time by filing a tax extension.
By Rocky Mengle
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10 Can't-Miss Tax Breaks for Homeowners and HomebuyersHomeownership These real estate tax breaks can help homeowners get some money back.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Travel Icon Rick Steves Cheers a 'Millionaire Tax.' Here's What Other Wealthy Americans Have Said in Support of Higher Taxes"A new tax on fat paychecks like mine was just signed into law in my home state — and I like it," Steves said.
By Alexandra Svokos
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Should Your College Student File a Tax Return This Year? 2 IRS Rules to KnowIRS Rules What matters when it comes to filing taxes isn’t just how much your dependent student earned. It’s the type of income involved and whether it crosses two key IRS thresholds.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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A 9.9% Washington Millionaires Tax is Here: What's Next for High Earners?Tax Law Washington’s tax structure is headed for another significant shift that involves "taxing the rich." Will more states follow?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Your North Carolina Income Tax Cut Is Coming — But There’s a CatchState Taxes North Carolina paychecks might get a boost as personal income tax rates drop toward 2.99%. But a growing debate has lawmakers at a crossroads.
By Kate Schubel
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Turned 73 Last Year? Your First RMD May Be Due April 1RMDs April Fool's Day is an important RMD deadline for some older adults and retirees.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Quiz: How Well Do You Know the New Child Tax Credit?Quiz The $2,200 child tax credit is here, but with new eligibility rules. Test your knowledge of how much you can claim.
By Roxanne Bland
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$6K Senior Deduction Benefit: How Your 2026 Savings Vary by Income LevelTax Breaks This new tax break for those age 65 and older creates a limited window of relief in retirement. Here’s how much it could save you and who benefits most.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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