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25 Popular Tax Deductions and Tax Breaks
Tax deductions can lower the amount of income that is subject to tax. Here's more on how tax deductions work, plus 25 tax breaks that might come in handy.
Jul 18, 2026
IRS Mileage Rates 2026: Rules, How to Calculate
The IRS allows qualified taxpayers to deduct vehicle mileage related to business, charity, medical or moving purposes — but there are several important rules to know.
Jul 18, 2026
Taxes on Mutual Funds: Basics, Ways to Minimize
Tax on mutual funds ranges from 0% to 37% and depends on whether the distribution is dividends, interest or capital gains, as well as several other factors.
Jul 18, 2026
Schedule C: What It Is, Who Has to File It
Schedule C is an IRS tax form to report business profits or losses for the tax year. Freelancers and other self-employed people often must file Schedule C.
Jul 18, 2026
Estate Tax: Definition, Rates and Who Pays in 2025 and 2026
The federal estate tax is a tax on your assets after you die. Most estates aren't taxable unless the assets exceed $15 million in 2026.
Jul 18, 2026
Net Investment Income Tax: Do You Have to Pay It?
The net investment income tax (NIIT) may apply to single filers making over $200,000 ($250,000 if married filing jointly; $125,000 if married filing separately).
Jul 18, 2026
Inheritance Tax: How It Works, Rates
There is no federal inheritance tax, but some states have an inheritance tax. The tax typically applies to assets passed to someone who is not immediate family.
Jul 18, 2026
Capital Gains Tax Calculator (2026)
Our capital gains tax calculator estimates capital gains tax on investments sold in 2026. The tax depends on time of ownership, taxable income and filing status.
Jun 27, 2026
Capital Gains Tax on Home Sales: How Taxes on Real Estate Work in 2026
Capital gains on real estate may be taxable in several circumstances. However, single filers can exclude up to $250,000 of gains ($500,000 for joint filers).
Jul 18, 2026
1099-MISC: What It Is and How It Works
A 1099-MISC form reports certain types of miscellaneous income, including rent, royalties, prizes and other payments.
Jul 18, 2026
W-2 Form: What It Is, How to Read It
Form W-2 is a record of your annual wages and how much tax you paid on them. Here's how to get a W-2 form and how to read it.
Jul 18, 2026
Where's My Amended Return?
The IRS takes up to 16 weeks to process amended returns. You can use the IRS' "Where's My Amended Return?" online tool to check your amended return status.
Jul 18, 2026