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Filing taxes for a deceased person
Here’s what to know if you’re responsible for filing taxes for a deceased spouse, parent or dependent.
5 min read Apr 16, 2020 -
You should never deduct these 9 expenses (but you can write off some related costs)
The IRS is strict about what you can and can’t deduct to trim your tax bill. It pays to know the limits.
5 min read Aug 25, 2022 -
5 pet-related tax write-offs
In some situations, pet owners can deduct the costs of their furry family members.
5 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
Shop these sales tax holidays to save on back-to-school shopping
Many states are waiving taxes on clothes, computers and classroom supplies.
2 min read Jul 25, 2019 -
State taxes: South Carolina
South Carolina has its own taxation system, usually a combination of income, sales and property taxes.
3 min read Sep 02, 2021 -
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.
3 min read Sep 02, 2021 -
How to get rid of an IRS tax lien on your home
Failure to pay federal taxes jeopardizes the roof over your head and other assets.
3 min read Jan 07, 2022 -
Tax issues that impact working teens and their parents
The tax man is lenient about certain teen jobs, but be on guard for this trap.
4 min read Dec 05, 2018 -
2017 tax bracket rates
View 2017 IRS income tax brackets for single, married and head of household filings.
1 min read Jul 12, 2022 -
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.
1 min read Nov 23, 2018 -
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.
3 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
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.
3 min read Jul 28, 2022 -
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.
5 min read Oct 18, 2018 -
3 ways to spend your tax refund
You can’t wait for your tax refund. Here’s what you should do with it.
2 min read Feb 05, 2021 -
Only a quarter of workers attribute their bigger paycheck to GOP tax law
Many Americans haven’t noticed a pay hike on the heels of tax reform, Bankrate’s survey finds.
3 min read May 12, 2020 -
Government shutdown gives you 8 billion reasons to adjust your withholding
With a potential government shutdown looming, there’s a lot at stake — including that fat tax refund you’ve probably been anxiously awaiting.
1 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
Tax forms and publications
Get IRS tax forms and publications at Bankrate.com. Tax forms for individuals – 1040, 1040EZ, W-2. Tax forms for business – 940, Schedule C-EZ.
22 min read Aug 18, 2021 -
2016 tax bracket rates
Check out the individual income tax rates and earnings to which they apply for 2016.
1 min read Jul 12, 2022 -
Will the GOP tax plan make you more financially secure?
Take a closer look on how the GOP tax reforms might impact your life.
3 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Do you qualify for the lifetime learning credit?
Did you know you can save on taxes if you qualify for the lifetime learning credit?
3 min read Oct 20, 2021
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