Taxes

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  The latest government shutdown cost the US economy $11B. Here’s how that compares to past shutdowns

  The latest government shutdown was the longest and most expensive shutdown in US history.

  Jan 29, 2019
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  State taxes: New York

  New York has eight state income tax rates, ranging from 4 percent to 8.82 percent, and a 4 percent state sales tax rate.

  Jan 21, 2019
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  IRS will waive under-withholding penalties for some taxpayers after new tax changes

  Certain workers won’t be penalized for having too little income tax withheld in 2018.

  Jan 17, 2019
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  Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s proposed 70% tax on the wealthy isn’t the highest in history — here’s how rates have changed in the past 150 years

  As history has shown, Ocasio-Cortez’s ideas may not be as eccentric or unprecedented as some may believe.

  Jan 11, 2019
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  See what the new 2019 IRS rules mean for your retirement savings

  Take advantage of the increased amounts you can make to ensure a comfy retirement.

  Jan 08, 2019
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  5 pet-related tax write-offs

  In some situations, pet owners can deduct the costs of their furry family members.

  Jan 08, 2019
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  IRS will issue tax refunds despite government shutdown, official says

  It looks like tax refunds are safe from the budget impasse.

  Jan 07, 2019
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  Do you have to file taxes? The answer depends on your age, income and filing status

  Even if you don’t have to file taxes, it may make sense to do so if you want a refund.

  Jan 07, 2019
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  6 tips for filing your taxes for the very first time

  New at filing taxes? Don’t panic. Follow these tips to get it right the first time.

  Jan 05, 2019
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  How the government shutdown could impact tax refunds

  If the shutdown ends soon, tax returns likely won’t be affected. If it drags on? That’s a different story.

  Jan 03, 2019