Latest articles by Kelley R. Taylor
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Indiana State Tax Guide
State Tax Indiana state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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The Wash Sale Rule: Six Things You Need to Know
Investing The wash sale rule is important when you are selling and rebuying stocks to offset losses.
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Arizona State Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact Arizona residents.
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2025 HSA Contribution Limit Rises Again
Health Savings Contribution limits matter when it comes to maximizing your tax-advantaged health savings account.
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'Instant' EV Tax Credits Are a Hit: $1 Billion Paid This Year
EV Credits Claiming federal electric vehicle tax credits at the point of sale is a new and popular option in 2024.
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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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The NBA Finals and the 'Jock Tax'?
State Tax The NBA Finals, and other sporting events, are connected to taxes in a significant way.
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New Colorado Tax Credit Offers Two Years Free College: What to Know
Tax Credits Thanks to a new tax credit, some Coloradans will soon have access to two years of free college tuition.
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What's Happening With Biden Student Loan Forgiveness?
Student Loans The Biden administration has cancelled billions in student loan debt through various programs and initiatives.
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IRS Direct File Will Be Permanent, Competing With TurboTax, H&R Block
Tax Filing The IRS says it will bring Direct File back next tax season.
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Roth 401(k) Changes: What You Should Know for 2024
Retirement Savings Key changes to Roth 401(k) account rules may affect your tax planning and retirement savings.
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Medicare Tax: Five Things Every Worker Needs to Know
Payroll Taxes It's important to know how Medicare tax works.
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Is a New ‘Meals Tax’ Coming to Virginia?
Food Tax Policymakers in a prominent Virginia county are looking for new ways to raise revenue.
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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.
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Many California Tax Refund Debit Cards Haven’t Been Activated
State Tax Many California residents haven’t used their Middle Class Tax Refund benefits. Are you one of them?
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May 17 Was the Deadline for $1 Billion in Unclaimed IRS Tax Refunds
Tax Refunds Unclaimed tax refunds from years ago were waiting for millions who might not have know it.
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Want to Lease an EV? There's a Tax Credit 'Loophole' for That
Tax Credits If you are deciding whether to lease or buy a car, here's what you need to know about the EV lease tax credit.
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Should Your 401(k) Be Eliminated to Save Social Security Benefits?
Retirement Savings Some economists argue that tax-advantaged retirement plans are not as beneficial as they seem.
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Georgia Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact Georgia residents.
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Final EV Tax Credit Rules Don’t Change Much for Consumers
Tax Credits Treasury and IRS have finalized regulations for the up to $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit.
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Three 'Hidden Costs' of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Health Savings HSAs offer valuable tax benefits, but can 'hidden costs' erode those advantages?
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How the Biden Marijuana Shift Could Impact Taxes
Tax Rules A pending Biden administration marijuana rule change could help some businesses lower their taxes.
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State Tax Changes: What’s New for 2024
State Taxes As of Jan. 1, several state tax reforms have gone into effect that can impact your finances.
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Retirees Face Significant Tax Bills Due to Fraud
Fraud A new report sheds light on how older adult scam victims end up with big tax bills and lost retirement savings.
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