Tax Basics
Long-term capital gains tax basics
Certain windfalls are considered capital gains. Here’s how to determine what you’ll owe.
Cryptocurrency taxes: A guide
The IRS is stepping up enforcement on potential tax evasion by looking more closely at who’s exchanging cryptocurrencies.
When are my taxes due?
The deadline for filing your 2020 taxes is May 17, 2021. Here’s what else to know.
Best tax software
Here are our top picks for tax software, including free and paid options.
Latest Income Tax Articles
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Mortgage rates retreat again as inflation fears ease
Mortgage rates have bounced from all-time lows, but they remain historically low.
2 min read Apr 15, 2021
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How buying property as a group can help you beat the competition
With housing competition high, some are turning to collective real estate purchases to become a homeowner faster.
5 min read Apr 15, 2021
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How should you title your home?
There are several ways to hold title to your home. Here are tips on the best one for you.
5 min read Apr 15, 2021
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How to write a letter of explanation for a mortgage
If you need to write a letter of explanation, there’s no need to panic.
4 min read Apr 15, 2021
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How does Revised Pay As You Earn (REPAYE) work?
Here’s how to determine if Revised Pay As You Earn is right for your student loans.
5 min read Apr 14, 2021
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Student loans during the coronavirus crisis
Both the federal government and private lenders are offering relief measures.
7 min read Apr 14, 2021
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Homeowners insurance claim statistics and facts
In addition to auto insurance, home insurance is one of the most common insurance protections people obtain for peace of mind and financial safeguards. In 2016 the Insurance Information Institute (III) [...]
6 min read Apr 14, 2021
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Coinbase IPO: 4 unusual risks in using a direct listing to go public
Coinbase is using a direct listing for its IPO, and that process presents new risks relative to a traditional IPO.
5 min read Apr 14, 2021
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Average cost of car insurance in Washington D.C. for 2021
Some of the worst traffic in the country and a densely populated area are only two reasons the average cost of auto insurance in Washington D.C. is higher than the U.S. average. Rates in Washington D.C. [...]
4 min read Apr 14, 2021
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Average cost of car insurance in Alabama for 2021
There are over four million licensed drivers in Alabama, according to the 2018 U.S. Department of Transportation Highway Statistics. Since drivers are legally required to carry insurance, learning about [...]
4 min read Apr 14, 2021