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How Long Should You Keep Tax Records?
taxes Keep your tax records at least until the time limit for an audit runs out—and even longer for some records.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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States With No State Sales Tax
Tax Breaks A handful of states don't impose a sales tax, but that doesn't necessarily make them the best states for low taxes.
By David Muhlbaum • Last updated
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Property Tax 101: What Homeowners Need to Know
No one likes to pay property tax but knowing how property taxes work might make the situation more bearable.
By Katelyn Washington • Published
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Texas State Tax Guide
state tax Texas state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact Texas residents.
By Katelyn Washington • Last updated
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Half of Mothers Have Little or No Retirement Savings
Mother’s Day comes and goes, but many moms face future financial insecurity because they have little or no retirement savings.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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Having a Baby Could Soon Cost Less in These States
Having a baby is expensive, but these states are trying to make it less costly by eliminating the tax on diapers.
By Katelyn Washington • Published
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Will You Pay Higher Taxes in Retirement?
Your Social Security income and RMDs will most likely combine to deliver a tax torpedo, but there are ways to reduce your income in retirement to pay less tax.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® • Published
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Frequent Flyer Tax Could Raise Billions for Climate
Could taxing frequent flyers help combat global pollution? Some climate scientists say yes.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Published
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The Most Expensive States to Die In (Due to Death Taxes)
You probably know the cost of living in your state, but what about the cost of dying — death taxes?
By Katelyn Washington • Published