Tax Law
News, insights and expert analysis on tax law from the team at Kiplinger.
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IRS Says You Made a Tax Return Mistake? A New Law Could Help You Fight Back
Tax Law Updated taxpayer protections change what the IRS must explain on error notices and how long you have to respond.
By Roxanne Bland
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Most-Overlooked Tax Breaks for Retirees and People Over 65
Tax Breaks If you're over 65, don't miss out on these overlooked tax breaks for retirees.
By Kevin McCormally
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Capital Gains Tax Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know IRS Investment Tax Rules?
Quiz Take our capital gains tax quiz to test your investment taxes knowledge. Learn about loss rules, holding periods, and tax incentives that could impact your savings.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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2025 Tax Deduction Changes for Those Age 65 and Older
Tax Changes Adjustments to the extra standard deduction can impact the tax bills of millions of older adults.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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New RMD Rules: Starting Age, Penalties, Roth 401(k)s, and More
RMDs The SECURE 2.0 Act makes major changes to the required minimum distribution rules.
By Rocky Mengle
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Rhode Island Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Rhode Island's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Rhode Island compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington
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The Wash Sale Rule: Six Things to Know to Avoid Tax Pitfalls
Investing The wash sale rule is important when you are selling and rebuying stocks to offset losses.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Massachusetts Tax Guide
State Tax Explore Massachusetts' state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Massachusetts compares nationwide.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Social Security Benefits Quiz : Do You Know the IRS Tax Rules?
Quiz Social Security benefits often come with confusing IRS tax rules that can trip up financially savvy retirees and near-retirees.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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