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When it Comes to Taxes, Marriage May Cost You

Most people don’t choose to marry or stay single based on their tax bills, but it may be a factor. One byproduct of the U.S. tax system, under which married…

Kiddie Tax: New Hazards, New Opportunities

Despite its name, the “kiddie tax” is far from child’s play. And a change made by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) puts some adult teeth into the tax.…

The “Kiddie Tax” Hurts Families More Than Ever

Years ago, Congress enacted the “kiddie tax” rules to prevent parents and grandparents in high tax brackets from shifting income (especially from investments) to children in lower tax brackets. And…

If You Have an Unexpected Tax Bill, a Payment Plan May Be Your Best Option

Although recent changes in the tax law brought some new deductions and reductions in the highest marginal tax brackets, the loss or limitation of many deductions and changes in the…