Latest articles by Katelyn Washington
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A Dozen States Involved in IRS Direct File Pilot Program
Tax Filing The IRS is piloting a free direct file program, but not all taxpayers can use it right away.
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California Just Became More Expensive for High Earners
State Tax A California tax expansion will benefit workers with lower incomes, but high earners will pay the price.
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When Can You File Taxes in 2024?
Tax Filing Here’s the soonest you can file taxes in 2024 and what to expect this filing season.
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Non-Refundable vs Refundable Tax Credits: What’s the Difference?
Tax Credits Refundable tax credits and non-refundable tax credits can be confusing. Here’s how they work and how each can help you when you file your tax return.
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Kansas ‘Food Tax’ Cut: How Much Will You Save?
State Tax Here’s what the Kansas ‘food’ tax decrease could mean for your grocery bills in 2024.
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New Alabama Overtime Law: What Hourly Workers Should Know
State Tax A new Alabama overtime law provides some employees with higher paychecks due to an income tax exemption. Here’s what you need to know.
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Tax Season Is Almost Here: What You Can Do to Prepare
Tax Season Tax season can be a stressful time, but getting prepared now can help it go more smoothly.
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Tennessee Tax Deadline Extension Following Tornadoes
Tax Relief The IRS has announced several Tennessee tax deadline extensions following severe storms and tornadoes.
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Can You Withdraw or Repay Your ERC Claim?
Tax Credits The IRS says certain businesses can withdraw potentially fraudulent employee retention tax credit claims.
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10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families
State Tax Here’s what living in one of the least tax-friendly states for middle-class families costs residents.
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Five Year-End Tax Tips for Freelancers
Income Tax These tax tips can help avoid IRS audits and possibly have you paying less taxes as a freelancer this year.
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Alabama Tax Rebate Checks Are Now Being Sent
State Tax Rebates Alabama tax rebate checks are on the way. Here's who will receive one and when to check your bank account.
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Did You Overpay for Thanksgiving Dinner?
Thanksgiving 2023 marks the second most expensive Thanksgiving dinner in history. But how much it cost depended on what you bought, where you live — and whether your state taxes groceries.
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New Colorado Property Tax Relief Law Replaces Proposition HH
State Tax Proposition HH failed, but after a special session, a new Colorado property tax relief measure has been passed as its replacement.
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Tax-Deductible Black Friday Deals for the Self-Employed
Black Friday Deals Some Black Friday deals can help the self-employed save on business expenses and taxes.
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150,000 Minnesota Tax Rebate Checks Are on the Way — Again
Tax Rebates Unclaimed Minnesota rebate checks could be forfeited to the state, so you don’t want to miss your payment this time around.
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Family Tax Credit Amounts for 2024
Tax Credits What family tax credits and deductions will you qualify for in 2024? And how much are they worth?
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Standard Deduction 2024 Amounts Are Here
Income Tax What will the standard deduction for your filing status be in 2024?
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Texas Proposition 4 Approved: Property Tax Relief is Official
State Tax Here's what the approval of Texas Proposition 4 means for homeowners and when they'll see lower property tax bills.
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Higher IRA and 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2024
Retirement Cost-of-living adjustments mean higher IRA and 401(k) contribution limits for 2024.
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Charitable Donations: What To Know About Scams and Taxes Before You Give
Donations Giving to a charity can make you feel good and lower your tax bill, but the IRS says to beware of fake charities.
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Tax-Free Groceries in Tennessee Have Come to an End
Tax Holiday The three-month Tennessee tax-free grocery holiday has ended.
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Millionaire Tax Evaders Beware: The IRS Is Coming
Tax Evasion The IRS is targeting 1,600 millionaire tax evaders and 575 partnerships. Are you on the agency’s priority list?
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Illinois Tax Relief Announced Following Attacks in Israel
Tax Relief Illinois is offering tax relief following terrorist attacks in the State of Israel.
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