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Tax Benefits of Hiring Your Kids Plus IRS Rules to Follow
Tax Breaks Hiring your child can potentially lower your tax bill and help kids develop skills, but there are some rules you need to know — and follow.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Will Retirees Stop Paying Tax on Social Security Next Year?
Social Security Lawmakers have proposed to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits. Here’s what that could mean for you.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Does Your Child Need to File a Tax Return This Year?
Tax Filing Here’s how to tell if your child needs to file a tax return in 2025 and how it can impact your tax liability.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Will You Owe Taxes on Your Recently Forgiven Student Loan?
Loan Forgiveness If you received student debt forgiveness last year, know these key points when filing taxes. Plus — what can you expect from a new president?
By Kate Schubel Published
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Retirement Taxes: How All 50 States Tax Retirees
Retirement Taxes Find out how 2024 income taxes in retirement stack up in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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State Tax Changes for 2025: Key Reforms and What They Mean for Your Finances
State Taxes It’s important to stay informed of state tax changes that can impact your budget.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Supreme Court's TikTok Ruling: What 170 Million Users Need to Know
SCOTUS As the deadline for a potential TikTok ban approaches, uncertainty looms over the app's future in the United States.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Fine Print: What Trump Isn’t Telling You About His 2025 Tax Plans
Tax Law & Policy Knowing the impacts of various tax proposals can empower you to make informed financial decisions as we move through 2025.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Homeowners Rush to Install Solar Panels Before Trump Cuts Tax Credits
Tax Credits With a new incoming presidential administration, is the solar energy tax credit in the hot seat?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
Tax Credits