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Trump Wants You Out of the IRS, But You'll Have to Wait Until May
IRS Some IRS employees won’t be able to resign using the buyout offer until the end of tax season.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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DeSantis 'Second Amendment Summer Tax Holiday' for Florida Turns Heads
Sales Tax A $115.6 billion budget proposal offers Floridians everything from 2025 sales tax holidays to a one-time mortgage tax exemption.
By Kate Schubel Published
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Gifting While You're Alive and Kicking: Tax Benefits and Tips
Why wait until you're gone to help the people and causes you love? Get a jump-start on gifting and see all the good you can do.
By Jamie Battmer Last updated
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Are Tips Taxable in 2025? Understanding the IRS Rules
Taxable Income With all the recent talk about ending federal taxes on tips, some wonder whether tips are taxable income.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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California Tax Guide
State Tax California state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette and other taxes that impact residents.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Key Family Tax Breaks Are on the GOP Chopping Block This Year
Tax Credits Several tax breaks, including the Child Tax Credit, may face reforms or be cut entirely as lawmakers seek revenue for Trump’s tax plans.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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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.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Five Strategies to Defer Capital Gains in Real Estate Investing
These powerful strategies, from timing your sales during low-income years to leveraging qualified opportunity zones, can defer capital gains taxes on your real estate investments.
By Daniel Goodwin Published
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Ten Tax Breaks for Homeowners and Homebuyers
Homeownership These real estate tax breaks can help homeowners get some money back.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
Homeownership