House lawmakers scrutinize pandemic-era small business tax break expert calls ‘fraught with fraud’
Scrutiny of a pandemic-era tax credit intensified this week for the employee retention tax credit. Here's what it means for
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Tax planning
IRS halts most unannounced visits to taxpayers, citing safety concerns
The IRS has ended most unannounced visits to homes or businesses for unpaid taxes. Here's what taxpayers need to know.
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This lesser-known 401(k) plan change will soon strip higher earners of a tax break
There's a 401(k) catch-up contribution change coming for higher earners in 2024. Here's what older retirement savers need to know.
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Millions of high earners pay this investment income tax every year. Here’s how to avoid it
Higher earners may be subject to the 3.8% net investment income tax every year. Here's how to reduce your tax
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Here’s how much you can make and still pay 0% capital gains taxes for 2023
Inflation boosted the capital gains tax brackets for 2023. Here's how much you can make to pay 0% capital gains
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The free online tax-filing system IRS is testing doesn’t include automated returns — but pre-populated ones may be possible, research shows
The IRS is testing free direct filing for some taxpayers in 2024. Research shows that pre-populated tax returns may be
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There’s another April 18 tax deadline that many forget about, pro says. Here’s how to avoid a penalty
The deadline for first-quarter estimated tax payments for 2023 is April 18. Here's how to avoid a late payment penalty,
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That $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit may soon be harder to get. Here are 2 workarounds
Treasury Department rules for new electric vehicles will likely limit the cars qualifying for a tax break. Leasing or buying
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Are you tax-savvy? Take our quiz to find out
As part of Financial Literacy Month, CNBC wants to help you take charge of your financial future. You can start
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