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Is major tax reform coming?
Chris Farrell Feb 1, 2012
Like it or not, some form of major tax change is coming over the next several years. The reason is well-known: The federal government's dire long-term fiscal situation. The real question is what kind of tax overhaul.
Week in Review: Romney's 15.9% tax rate
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Jan 27, 2012
How can ordinary Americans can get a tax rate like Mitt Romney's?
IRS may have money waiting for you
Dan Gorenstein Feb 2, 2012
Today is Earned Income Tax Credit Day, which highlights the benefit for low- and moderate-wage earners.
How Americans would change the tax system
Frank Newport Jan 26, 2012
Taxing the rich has once again become a hot button issue. How do Americans feel about the amount they are handing over to Uncle Sam each year?
I-bonds are a worthwhile investment
Chris Farrell Jan 25, 2012
There was a time that Marketplace Money was very pro I-bonds. I haven't heard them mentioned in years. This year, when I submitted my tax return, I was given the option to purchase I-bonds with my refund. Thoughts? Rebekka, Los Angeles, CA
What is an effective tax rate?
Adriene Hill Jan 24, 2012
News is out this morning that Mitt Romney's effective tax rate is around 14 percent. But that's a different tax rate calculation than the one you're probably familiar with.
What millionaires pay in taxes
Jennifer Collins Jan 24, 2012
Mitt Romney has revealed his tax returns, but how does that compare to others who earn around the same amount of money?
Romney's taxes highlight low rates on investment income
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Feb 2, 2012
The Republican candidate paid 13.9 percent of his income in federal taxes in 2010, a lower percentage than many people with less income pay. But higher tax rates on Mitt Romney's investment income would raise taxes for others, too.
A look behind Romney's taxes
Kai Ryssdal Feb 2, 2012
The U.S. tax code can be a cumbersome beast. How did Mitt Romney manage to pay roughly 15 percent in taxes last year?
Americans' feelings on the tax code
Frank Newport Feb 2, 2012
Should the rich be taxed more? And how much more? Americans offered their latest opinions to Gallup.
