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How Much Can Married Couples Deduct for Charitable Donations on Taxes?

Married couples can deduct charitable gifts only when itemizing, with documentation rules varying by donation type and amount....

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Don't Leave Money on the Table! Your Guide to Smarter Tax Savings

You may very well be paying more taxes than you need to! Most people don't take advantage of all the deductions and credits that are available to them. Meredith explains how to combine these two opportunities to save hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars on your tax bill....

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Here's How Capital Gain Tax on a House Sale With a Deed Transfer Works

Capital gain tax on a house sale depends on how the deed is transferred -- sale, gift, inheritance, divorce or trust. Here is what you need to know....

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Can You Use HRA Funds to Pay for Health Insurance Premiums?

You can use HRA funds to pay for health insurance premiums only if your plan type allows it....

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What You Should Know About Connecticut Homestead Exemption Statute

Worried that bankruptcy may make you lose your home? Connecticut's updated homestead exemption could let you erase debt and keep your house....

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Betting on the Super Bowl in 2026? The Tax Rules Just Changed

Millions of people place Super Bowl bets each year. Fewer realize how those bets show up on a tax return... especially after a key rule change starting in 2026. Here's what's different, how winnings and losses are reported, and why timing matters....

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How to Sell Stock at a Loss & Still Come Out Ahead on Taxes

Selling a losing stock hurts, but the right tax move can soften the blow and lower what you owe....

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How Long After Filing Will You Know if the IRS Chooses to Audit You?

Worried about an IRS audit after filing your taxes? Here is how soon the IRS usually flags returns, what triggers audits and why most taxpayers have little to fear....

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Life Insurance & Taxes: Here's What Beneficiaries Should Know

Receiving life insurance money is usually tax-free, but interest, estates and employer plans can complicate things....

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Do Parents of Five Kids Really Pay No Taxes? Here's the Truth

Five kids do not make you tax-exempt, but they can slash your tax bill considerably. Here is how child tax credits really work and who qualifies....

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Can Married People Filing Jointly With ITINs Claim Dependents?

Married couples filing jointly with ITINs can claim dependents if IRS rules are met, but credit eligibility changes based on SSNs, ITINs and status....

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