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How Soon Can You File Taxes in 2025?
Tax Filing Here’s when you can start filing taxes for 2025 and what to expect this tax filing season.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Don't Miss Your Colorado TABOR Refund When Filing Taxes
State Tax Are you receiving a TABOR refund with your 2024 Colorado state income tax return? Be sure to opt in or you could miss out.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Five States With the Largest EITC Checks
EITC Households in these states received a larger Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) last year.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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How to Slash Kiddie Taxes on Your Child's UTMA Account
Gifts to children can come with tax strings. To keep your child's gift growing and avoid tax bills for yourself along the way, consider this long-term strategy.
By David Jaeger, CFP® Published
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States That Tax Social Security Benefits in 2025
Retirement Taxes Not all retirees who live in states that tax Social Security benefits have to pay state income taxes. Will your benefits be taxed?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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How to Ease the Tax Bite When You Tap Retirement Accounts
Savvy retirees tap retirement accounts with a tax plan. Each type of account may have different tax rules and rates, so know before withdrawing funds.
By John Waggoner Published
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Downsize in Retirement With 2025 Tax Benefits: Three Key Strategies
Retirement Taxes Downsizing retirees may benefit from tax savings, lower utility bills, and freed-up income. But could a new presidency impact your home sale?
By Kate Schubel Published
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Who is Required to File a Tax Return?
Tax Filing If you meet certain income requirements, you are required to file a federal tax return this year. You could face penalties if you don't.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to Know
Tax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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