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  What is the net investment income tax and who has to pay it?

  Here’s how this tax works and some strategies to minimize the potential hit.

  3 min read Mar 23, 2022
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  Need to report cryptocurrency on your taxes? Here’s how to use Form 8949 to do it

  Here’s what to know about declaring your capital gains and losses when using Form 8949.

  6 min read Mar 11, 2022
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  Where’s my refund? How to track your tax refund

  It’s easy to track the status of your tax refund online.

  4 min read Mar 03, 2022
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  Filing your taxes soon? Here’s how COVID-19 relief could affect what you owe

  The coronavirus pandemic is making this year’s tax season complex.

  7 min read Mar 02, 2022
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  How student loans impact your taxes

  There are a few ways to include your student loans while filing your taxes.

  5 min read Feb 21, 2022
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  Tax season 2022: Everything to know before you file and how to get your refund fast

  Experts say taxpayers should file quickly and start early — but don’t sacrifice accuracy.

  7 min read Feb 09, 2022
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  Tax refund schedule 2022: How long it takes to get your tax refund

  Here’s what you need to know to predict how long you’ll wait for your refund.

  4 min read Feb 08, 2022
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  Alaska state taxes 2021-2022: Income and sales tax rates

  Alaska doesn’t impose a state income tax rate or a sales tax.

  1 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  Delaware state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  Delaware uses a graduated rate to determine tax liability.

  1 min read Jan 06, 2022
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  Idaho state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  In Idaho, income tax rates range from 1 to 6.5 percent.

  2 min read Jan 05, 2022
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  Open an IRA before the tax deadline to save on taxes

  It’s not too late to get a tax deduction for your IRA contributions.

  4 min read Jan 05, 2022
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  New Jersey state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  Single and separate filers in New Jersey have seven tax rates, while joint filers have eight.

  2 min read Jan 04, 2022
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  15 types of tax-free and non-taxable income

  Uncle Sam gets a cut of just about all types of income, but some does escape tax.

  4 min read Jan 03, 2022
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  What is an underpayment penalty? Definition and examples

  The IRS charges a penalty for not paying enough toward your tax obligation throughout the year.

  3 min read Jan 03, 2022
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  H&R Block review 2022

  H&R Block is the best bet for those who qualify for the free edition and want the convenience of multiple filing options.

  4 min read Jan 02, 2022
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  Child tax credit: Here’s what to know for 2022

  Whether U.S. families get another advance payment is still up in the air.

  6 min read Dec 24, 2021
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  Value-added tax (VAT): What it is and how it works

  Value-added tax (VAT) is the international alternative to U.S. sales tax.

  3 min read Dec 16, 2021
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  Do I have to file taxes? How much do you have to make?

  You must consider three factors: your age, filing status and income.

  6 min read Dec 15, 2021
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  Kansas state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  Kansas has three state income tax rates: 3.10%, 5.25% and 5.70%.

  2 min read Dec 06, 2021
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  Minnesota state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  Minnesota has four tax rates: 5.35%, 6.80%, 7.85% and 9.85%.

  2 min read Dec 06, 2021