Have you ever wondered why gas, cigarettes or alcohol cost so much? The answer often comes down to an excise tax — a special tax that’s built right into the price of certain goods. So, what is excise ...

Tax Day for the 2024-2025 tax year is Tuesday, April 15, 2025. The IRS has approved some unusual deductions, including medical expenses for clarinet lessons and a swimming pool. Those who miss the ...

Purchasing a home is an exciting milestone, but along with homeownership comes financial responsibilities, including property taxes. Whether you’re buying your first home or your forever home, ...

Need more time to file your taxes? Here's what to do and what you'll owe. Credit: JJ Gouin / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images Taxpayers are preparing for the annual filing deadline, and ...

Estate planning is one of those tasks that makes almost any other job look appealing, no matter how lowly: Cleaning the filter on the vacuum cleaner has more appeal. You may even wonder if your assets ...

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