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Social Media, Guns, Taxes, Abortion: New Supreme Court Cases You Need to Know
Supreme Court The U.S. Supreme Court will hear several cases this fall that could significantly impact your rights and wealth. Here are a few of them to watch.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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PGA Tour LIV Golf Alliance Sparks Tax Debate, Government Probes
Tax Exempt Status The planned 'merger' between the PGA Tour and Saudi-backed LIV Golf has raised tax concerns in Congress and prompted government investigations.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Businesses Would Get Lots of Tax Savings Under House GOP Plan: Kiplinger Tax Letter
Kiplinger Tax Letter The House GOP tax plan indicates what’s to come if Republicans control Congress and the White House after 2024.
By Joy Taylor Published
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What Is the Bonus 'Guaranteed' Standard Deduction?
Legislation A proposed Republican tax cut package contains a 'bonus' of up to $4,000 for the current standard deduction. Could it help?
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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House Republican $237B Tax Cut Package Revealed
Legislation With a debt ceiling agreement in place, Republicans are proposing billions in tax cuts along with other key tax changes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Are Student Loans Being Forgiven or Not?
Student Loans The House and Senate voted to repeal President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, but does it even matter?
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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IRS $80 Billion Plan Targets Taxpayer Compliance, Improved Service
The IRS unveiled its much-anticipated strategic operating plan detailing how the agency will spend $80 billion in funding allocated over 10 years under the Inflation Reduction Act.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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Etsy, eBay, PayPal Want IRS 1099-K Relief for Online Sellers
Income Tax Companies like eBay, Etsy, and PayPal want Congress to raise the $600 reporting threshold for IRS Form 1099-K to give relief to millions of sellers who use their sites.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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Student Loan Forgiveness Blocked For Now Due to Court Rulings
Biden's student loan debt forgiveness program is on hold until the U.S. Supreme Court weighs in.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published