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Mailing Your Tax Return This Year? What to Know Before You Do
Tax Filing There are plenty of reasons not to mail your tax return this year, but here’s what you should know if you are.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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High Earners: Beware of These Illegal Schemes to Lower Taxes
Tax Schemes The IRS says high-income filers are targets for several illegal tax schemes.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Seven Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
You may want to splurge, but using your tax refund to save for the future or pay down debt is a much better idea — even if not as fun.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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A Little-Known Tax-Free Way To Help Pay Your Student Loan
Student Debt Employers can provide valuable assistance with employee student loan repayments.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Three Ways to Give to Your Kids Tax-Free While You’re Still Alive
Parents can see the positive impact of their giving through tax arbitrage, giving cash (within limits) or directly paying for school or medical expenses.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Your Kids' Tax Brackets Could Lead to Unequal Inheritances
Sometimes, divvying things up equally means one child might end up with less because of tax implications. Here’s how to avoid that.
By Antwone Harris, MBA, CFP® Published
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What Happens if You Missed the Tax Deadline?
Late Filing If you owe the IRS money, filing your tax return late (or never) can cost you penalties and interest.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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The Tax Day HSA Contributions Deadline
Health Savings The HSA contributions deadline for 2023 has passed, but you still have time to contribute and potentially reduce your tax liability if you have an extended tax deadline.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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Traditional Retirement Accounts or Roth? How to Choose
Let’s compare traditional IRAs, traditional 401(k)s, Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s. Which might work best for you could depend on your income and tax status.
By Rich Guerrini Published