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Warning: Watch Out for New IRS Refund Mail Scam
Tax Scams If you receive a cardboard envelope appearing to be from the IRS about an unclaimed tax refund, be cautious. It’s a new scam.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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IRS Quietly Changed the Rules on Your Children’s Inheritance
Property, such as your home, held in an irrevocable trust 'that is not included in the taxable estate at death' will no longer receive a step-up in basis. Here’s why the wording of that is key.
By Lindsay N. Graves, Esq. Published
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DAFs vs. Private Foundations: Which Giving Strategy Is Right for You?
Let’s explore how each of these charitable giving vehicles can help you to maximize your charitable giving in a tax-smart manner and expand your impact.
By Mark Froehlich, CPA, MBA Published
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11 Education Tax Credits and Deductions 2023
Tax Credits Education tax credits and deductions are available for college savings, current students, and college graduates.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Will Pennsylvania Tax Breaks Help Replace Lost Residents?
State Tax Proposed Pennsylvania tax breaks could result in big tax cuts, but if the tax breaks happen, will they be enough to help Pennsylvania replace the 40,000 residents it lost?
By Katelyn Washington Published
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IRS Services Improve but Are Still Lacking
IRS A new report says that while some IRS services have shown drastic improvement, others are still lacking. Here’s where the IRS is falling short.
By Katelyn Washington Published
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How to Deal With Nanny Taxes
Hiring full-time help, such as a nanny, requires financial obligations to pay certain taxes. Here's how to keep track of what you're responsible for.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Popular Withholding Strategy for IRA RMDs Kiplinger Tax Letter
Tax Letter Some retirees rely on a withholding rule to avoid paying estimated taxes.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Louisiana State Tax Guide
State Tax Louisiana state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated