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What Can a Donor-Advised Fund Do for You? (A Lot)
DAFs and private foundations go about helping charities (and those who donate) in different ways. Each comes with its own benefits and restrictions to navigate.
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Estate Planning When You Have International Assets
Estate planning gets tricky when you have assets and/or beneficiaries outside the U.S. To avoid costly inheritance mistakes, it pays to understand the basics.
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13 Smart Uses for Your Tax Refund
tax refunds If you have a refund check coming your way, consider using it to bolster your personal balance sheet.
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Don't Miss the April 1 RMD Deadline: What You Need to Know
RMDs April Fool's Day is an important RMD deadline for some older adults and retirees.
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Ask the Editor: Reader Questions — Filing Tax Returns.
Ask the Editor: Taxes, March 28, 2025 — Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions on filing tax returns and paying taxes.
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Retiring With a Pension? Four Things to Know
The road to a secure retirement is slightly more intricate for people with pensions. Here are four key issues to consider to make the most out of yours.
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How to Teach Your Kids About the Tax Facts of Life
Taxes are unavoidable, so it's important to teach children what to expect. Also, does your child need to file a tax return for 2024? Find out here.
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Inherited an IRA? Five Rules Every Beneficiary Should Know for 2025
Inherited IRA Inherited IRA distribution rules have changed in ways that can significantly impact your taxes and tax strategy.
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GOP Eyes Taxes on Municipal Bond Interest: What You Need to Know
Tax Reform If the tax status of muni bonds changes, the impact on regular investors and state and local governments could be significant.
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