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Filing Status: What It Is, How to Choose in 2025-2026
Your status can have a big effect on your tax bill, which tax forms are required, and which tax deductions and credits you can claim.
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Popular Tax Credits for 2027: How They Work
Tax credits can come in handy when it's time to file your return. Here's a breakdown of common ones, including the earned income credit, child tax credit and the earned income tax credit.
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Tax Credit vs. Tax Deduction
Tax deductions reduce your taxable income, but tax credits reduce your bill dollar for dollar.
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12 Tips for Lowering Your Tax Bill
Here are a dozen simple maneuvers that could slash what you owe to the IRS.
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Property Tax Deduction: Rules, How It Works
Property taxes can be deductible. To take advantage, you'll need to find your tax records and itemize using Schedule A.
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Tax Breaks for Parents of Children With Functional Needs
The medical expense deduction, 529A accounts and the child and dependent care tax credit could lower your tax bill.
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Medical Expense Tax Deduction: How to Claim
You might be able to deduct qualified medical expenses that are more than 7.5% of your adjusted gross income. Some states offer lower thresholds.
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How to Fill Out Your W-4 Form and When to Adjust It
Most people only fill out a W-4 when they start a new job, but there are times when it may be worth revisiting.
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Sales Tax Holiday: Here’s the Tax-Free Weekend in 2026 for Every State
You could save a lot of money if you know when you can shop tax-free in your state. See our sales tax holiday list for back-to-school and other shopping events.
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Child Tax Credit 2026: Calculator, How to Claim
The child tax credit is a popular benefit for taxpayers with dependents. Learn more about the credit and use our estimator to see how much you might get.