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The average tax refund each year, and how refunds work
The average tax refund in 2025 was $3,167, but refunds are expected to jump higher in 2026. Here’s what you need to know.
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If your income hits a specific level, you need to file a tax return. But it may make sense to file even if you’re not required to, so you can claim your tax refund.
How tax credits work, and how to qualify
Tax credits can help you save big on your taxes. Here’s how they work and how to qualify.
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The child tax credit can cut your tax bill by $2,200 per child, and up to $1,700 may be refundable to you. Here’s who qualifies for this valuable tax credit.
It pays to know the difference between short-term and long-term capital gains.
Roth IRA tax rules you should know
There are a lot of reasons to love Roth IRAs, but the tax rules governing them are complex. Here’s what you should know.
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Your adjusted gross income, or AGI, is your gross income minus a handful of items. Here’s how it works and why it matters.
How to file taxes for free
There are a handful of free options for filing your tax return, and many of them offer guided support to help you do it right.
The average tax refund each year, and how refunds work
The average tax refund in 2025 was $3,167, but refunds are expected to jump higher in 2026. Here’s what you need to know.
Young woman working on laptop at home.
If your income hits a specific level, you need to file a tax return. But it may make sense to file even if you’re not required to, so you can claim your tax refund.
How tax credits work, and how to qualify
Tax credits can help you save big on your taxes. Here’s how they work and how to qualify.
Father and young son with skateboard walking down the street.
The child tax credit can cut your tax bill by $2,200 per child, and up to $1,700 may be refundable to you. Here’s who qualifies for this valuable tax credit.
It pays to know the difference between short-term and long-term capital gains.
Young woman sits at her home office working on her finances.
Your adjusted gross income, or AGI, is your gross income minus a handful of items. Here’s how it works and why it matters.
Woman packing and sorting clothes to donate.
If you want to claim a tax deduction for your donations, you’ll need to place a value on each item. This valuation guide will help.
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The standard deduction is a valuable tax benefit, and one of the easiest to claim. And it got a boost in the 2025 tax law.
President Donald Trump holds up the "One, Big Beautiful Bill" Act that was signed into law during an Independence Day military family picnic.
The new tax law hiked the SALT deduction cap to $40,000. That’s good news for taxpayers in high tax states, but it’s a temporary boost.
U.S. President Donald Trump arrives for a rally to kick off the July Fourth holiday weekend at the Iowa State Fairgrounds on July 03, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa.
President Trump’s sweeping new tax law includes many provisions that go into effect in 2025. Here’s what you should know.
US Vice President JD Vance arrives at the US Capitol on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
U.S. lawmakers appear primed for a tax-bill showdown with the Senate’s version of the “big, beautiful” act challenging the House version of the bill on some key provisions.
Dad helps young daughter ride skateboard, Father's Day tax tips
There are many tax breaks that may apply for fathers, from claiming dependents, saving for your child’s education or looking to lower your taxable income.
Hurricane-related tax relief
Hurricanes can cause immense destruction, but these tax benefits can help alleviate some of the financial costs.
Trump's tariff policy largely blocked by federal court.
Trump has launched an all-out trade war. Here’s the latest on what’s happening with tariffs — and what it all means for your wallet.
IRS Direct File will get killed if the Republican tax bill becomes law
The popular IRS Direct File program, which lets you prepare and file your return for free, will be cancelled if the Republican tax bill becomes law.
The child tax credit could get boosted to $2,500 in 2025
The child tax credit could get boosted to $2,500 under a Republican proposal. But millions of children would be excluded.