Latest articles by Kelley R. Taylor
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New Year's Eve RMD Deadline: What to Know and What to Do
Tax Deadlines The year-end deadline for required minimum distributions is critical for many retirees.
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Three Often-Overlooked Ways to Cut Your Tax Bill Now
Tax Planning Act before 2024 ends to set yourself up for potential savings when it's time to file your tax return.
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States That Won’t Tax Your Powerball Winnings
Lottery Taxes Some states won’t take a tax bite out of your Powerball jackpot or Mega Millions payout.
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The IRS Is Sending Up to $1,400 to One Million People: Are You Eligible?
Tax Credits A million taxpayers overlooked valuable tax relief during the pandemic and could receive an automatic payment.
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Top Tax Stories of 2024 and 2025 Tax Changes to Watch
Tax News The Kiplinger tax team is looking back at popular tax stories and looking ahead to key potential tax changes in the new year.
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Youngkin Pushes Virginia Tax Relief: Car Tax Credits and No Tax on Tips
State Tax No tax on tips was a popular refrain during the presidential campaign. Now, Virginia’s governor has a similar plan and is looking at car taxes.
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What Would a Government Shutdown Do to the IRS?
IRS With a government shutdown looming, some wonder how IRS operations will be affected.
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New Supreme Court Tax Case Involves Religious Freedom: What to Know
Tax Law The U.S. Supreme Court will consider a labor tax dispute that could have significant implications for religious organizations.
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Wyoming Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact Wyoming residents.
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Here's How Collectibles Are Taxed
Collectibles Gains on collectibles like gold can be subject to a higher rate than for most other investments.
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Tax Pros: Is Someone Fraudulently Filing Returns With Your PTIN?
Tax Filing An unmonitored preparer tax identification number (PTIN) can lead to serious issues.
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Social Security and Your Taxes: Five Things to Know
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your taxes.
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Will Utah Stop Taxing Social Security Benefits?
Retirement Taxes Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wants to end the state's tax on Social Security income.
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IRS Shakeup? What Trump's Commissioner Pick Could Mean for Taxes
IRS An unconventional nominee comes amid broader efforts to reshape the IRS and tax policy in 2025.
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Your MAGI in Retirement: Year-End Tax Strategies to Save Money
Taxable Income Strategic moves now can make a difference in your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) when it’s time to file your return.
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How to Reduce Your Property Tax
Property Tax Homeowners cannot avoid property taxes, but there are strategies to potentially decrease your bill.
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Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty Tax Bill
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
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The Wash Sale Rule: Six Things to Know to Avoid Tax Pitfalls
Investing The wash sale rule is important when you are selling and rebuying stocks to offset losses.
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Inherited an IRA? Five Things Every Beneficiary Should Know
Inherited IRA Inherited IRA distribution rules have changed in ways that can significantly impact your taxes and tax strategy.
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What’s Happening With Taxes on Overtime Pay?
Income Tax Donald Trump’s latest idea to eliminate overtime tax has ignited chatter.
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New IRS 1099-K Changes: What to Expect from PayPal, Venmo, More
Selling Online A new IRS 1099-K tax reporting requirement for payment networks like Venmo, PayPal, Amazon, and Cash App is supposed to apply for 2024.
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Is the EV Tax Credit Going Away? What You Need to Know
Tax Credits There's a lot of chatter about the President-elect's plans to eliminate the electric vehicle tax credit. Here's what's happening.
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Calculating Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
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Louisiana Has a New Income Tax Rate: What It Means for You
State Taxes Louisiana lawmakers passed a massive tax reform bill including changes to the state income tax and sales tax rates.
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