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How Trump and Harris Might Handle Expiring TCJA Tax Cuts
Election 2024 Many key provisions of the TCJA will expire soon. Here’s why it matters during the 2024 election cycle.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Tariffs: What They Are and How They Impact Your Wallet
Election 2024 Raising tariffs on all foreign goods, a tax hike that some call a “national sales tax,” could be costly to U.S. households.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Kamala Harris Golf Tax and Unrealized Gains? What You Really Need to Know
Election 2024 There's a lot of social media talk about capital gains taxes and a golf tax. How much is real?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Biden Calls for Doubling Capital Gains Tax
The White House President Biden wanted to increase taxes to have the wealthy pay a “fairer” share. Will VP Kamala Harris follow?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Child Tax Credit: JD Vance Floats Enhanced Version in Surprise Pledge
Tax Credits Trump’s vice presidential nominee has suggested enhancing the federal child tax credit. Here’s why it matters.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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Kamala Harris Child Tax Credit Proposal: What to Know
Tax Credits Some wonder what could happen to the child tax credit under a potential Harris administration.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Are 87,000 New IRS Agents Coming for Your Tax Dollars?
IRS $80 billion in funding for the IRS has some people worrying about IRS agents and audits.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Should Tax on Tips Stay or Go?
Income Tax Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump both seem to support eliminating taxes on tips. Will it happen?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Are Political Donations Tax Deductible?
Election 2024 Explore tax rules and contribution limits of political donations in light of the 2024 presidential race.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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