Income Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on income tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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Should You Withhold Tax From Social Security Benefits?
Social Security Having taxes withheld from Social Security benefits can help retirees avoid a surprise when tax season arrives.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Could Your State End Tax on Overtime This Year?
State Taxes Key states are considering ending taxes on overtime — find out if yours makes the cut
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Will Tax on Tips End for Your State This Year?
State Tax While the 'Big Beautiful Bill' spearheads federal talk on tips, several key states are considering ending taxes on tip income.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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States With 2025 IRS Tax Deadline Extensions
Tax Deadlines The IRS has extended tax deadlines in several states due to severe storms, fires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters.
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Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty Tax Bill for 2025
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Types of Income the IRS Doesn't Tax: What to Know for 2025
Income Tax It may feel like the IRS taxes most of your hard-earned money, but some types of income are nontaxable.
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2025 Tax Brackets and Federal Income Tax Rates
Income Tax Knowing your federal tax bracket is essential, as it determines your marginal income tax rate for the year.
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The TCJA: Key Facts on the 2017 'Trump Tax Cuts' and What's Extended for 2025
Tax Law How many of the extended TCJA provisions in the so-called 'One Big Beautiful Bill' (OBBB) will impact your wallet?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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What's the Standard Deduction for 2025? Changes You Need to Know
Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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