Taxes

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  States that levy no sales tax (but have some other quirky taxes)

  These states don’t require consumers to cough up sales tax for goods and services.

  Nov 23, 2018
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  Roth IRA’s many fantastic features make it an ideal investment during tax season

  The Roth’s unique attributes make it a great retirement and estate planning tool.

  Nov 22, 2018
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  Follow these IRA withdrawal rules or pay a hefty tax penalty

  If you don’t take the required distribution after age 70, you’ll suffer a huge loss.

  Nov 20, 2018
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  The skinny on paying estimated taxes: What you need to know to avoid the ire of the IRS

  Don’t spend untaxed income without having a strategy for giving the IRS its due.

  Nov 12, 2018
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  Here’s how to get a tax deduction for charitable giving

  You can still get a tax break for your generosity, but you may have to strategize.

  Nov 07, 2018
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  Here’s what happens when you fail to file taxes — and how to get back on track

  Even if you can’t afford to pay your taxes, you should still file. Here’s why.

  Oct 25, 2018
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  You may want to think twice before withdrawing money from your 401(k) — here’s how it will be taxed

  Money taken from your 401(k) will be taxed as ordinary income, but it can get complicated.

  Oct 18, 2018
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  Shop these sales-tax holidays to save on back-to-school

  Many states are waiving taxes on clothes, computers and classroom supplies.

  Jul 24, 2018
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  Can’t pay the IRS what you owe? 4 ways to avoid major penalties

  Consider these solutions if you can’t pay the IRS what you owe.

  Mar 23, 2018
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  3 ways to spend your tax refund

  You can’t wait for your tax refund. Here’s what you should do with it.

  Mar 14, 2018