Mallika Mitra

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Mallika Mitra is a freelance writer and editor. She was previously a writer and editor at Money, where she wrote a weekly newsletter about investing, and a wide range of stories on meme stocks, crypto, generational investing trends and more. Her work can also be found in Bloomberg News, CNBC, Business Insider and The Wall Street Journal's Buy Side, among other places.

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Mallika's latest articles

How to pay your taxes: 9 ways to send a tax payment to the IRS

If you owe money to the IRS, you have options for sending in that payment. Here are 9 ways to make a tax payment.

4 min read Mar 07, 2025
Tax deductions: How they work, how to claim them

A tax deduction lowers the amount of your income that’s subject to tax, thus trimming your tax bill. But not all tax deductions are alike.

3 min read Feb 28, 2025
1040 form: What it is, how to fill it out

The 1040 tax form is the tax return that U.S. taxpayers must file every year. Here’s how to fill it out.

6 min read Feb 21, 2025
W-2 form: What it is, when to expect it

If you’re an employee, your employer is required to mail out a W-2 form, detailing your income and taxes, by Jan. 31.

3 min read Feb 14, 2025
CFA vs. CFP: Which one is right for you?

Here are some of the main differences between a CFA and CFP.

3 min read Feb 04, 2025
The Lifetime Learning Credit: How it works, income limits, and more

At tax time, the Lifetime Learning Credit can help you save money on education costs.

3 min read Jan 03, 2025
Medical expense deduction: How to claim medical costs on your taxes

You may be able to deduct certain medical expenses if they meet IRS requirements.

3 min read Dec 21, 2024
How long to keep tax returns and other IRS records

In many cases, keeping tax records for three years is sufficient, but there are exceptions.

3 min read Dec 20, 2024