Latest articles by Kelley R. Taylor
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How Inflation Impacts Your Taxes: 2025 IRS Tax Changes to Know
Inflation The impact of inflation on federal income tax brackets and some other tax credits might not be all bad.
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New 401(k) Withdrawal Rules to Know in 2025
Tax Rules More people are taking early emergency withdrawals from retirement savings accounts. New rules might offer some relief.
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Washington State Tax Guide
State Tax Washington State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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2024 HSA Contribution Limit: What You Should Know
HSA Limit Health savings account annual contribution amounts are way up for 2024.
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States Sending 'Stimulus' Checks in 2024
Rebate Checks Some people are receiving one-time state rebate checks. Is your state sending money?
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How Bonuses Are Taxed
Income Tax Tax withholding rules mean a portion of your bonus won’t make it into your bank account.
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When Are Estimated Tax Payments Due in 2025?
Tax Deadlines You make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS if you are self-employed or don’t have taxes withheld from your income for other reasons.
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Open Enrollment: Common Tax Mistakes to Avoid
Health Coverage Being aware of tax concerns during open enrollment season can help you avoid potentially costly mistakes.
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How the IRS Taxes Retirement Income
Retirement Taxes It's important to know how common sources of retirement income are taxed.
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Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): Rules, Deadlines, and Important Changes to Know
RMDs Here are some basics to know about RMDs and how these distributions can impact your taxes.
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South Dakota Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact South Dakota residents.
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How Does Being a Veteran Impact Your Taxes?
Veterans Veterans may be eligible for certain federal and state tax benefits.
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IRS Updates Capital Gains Tax Thresholds for 2025
Capital Gains For the 2025 tax year, the IRS has increased the capital gains tax income thresholds. Here's what you need to know.
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Project 2025 Tax Overhaul Blueprint: What You Need to Know
Election 2024 Some people wonder what Project 2025 is and what it suggests for taxes.
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Harris or Trump: Whose Tax Plans Are More Popular with Voters?
Election 2024 A new poll is shedding light on what voters think about election tax policy.
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Six New Tax Credits in Harris' Economic Plan: What to Know
Election 2024 Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed several tax breaks.
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New SECURE 2.0 Super 401(k) Catch-Up Contribution for Ages 60-63
Retirement Savings SECURE 2.0 changes will allow older workers to increase their retirement savings next year. Here's what you need to know.
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Big State Tax Changes to Watch on the 2024 Ballot
Election 2024 When you vote, don’t forget key state measures on everything from property tax and grocery tax relief to capital gains taxes.
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New 2025 Income Tax Brackets Are Set
Income Tax The IRS has adjusted federal income tax bracket ranges for the 2025 tax year to account for inflation. Here's what you need to know now.
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2025 Tax Deduction Change for Those Over Age 65
Adjustments to the extra standard deduction can impact the tax bills of millions of older adults.
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The Problem With 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions for 2024
Retirement Plans New rules governing certain 401(k) catch-up contributions caused confusion and raised concern.
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Property Tax Relief on the Georgia Ballot
Election Georgia voters will decide on an important measure that could cap property tax increases in the state.
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How Much Do Voters Care About Taxes?
Election 2024 A new poll reveals that taxes may not be top of mind for many people this election cycle.
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Mark Cuban, Kamala Harris, and Taxing Unrealized Gains
Unrealized Gains Some warn that taxing unrealized gains could devastate the economy, but are those fears realistic?
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