Tax Season

States could be missing out on billions in revenue by not measuring how much they’re owed by taxpayers.

A deep dive into the inequalities baked into the tax code.

A breakdown of how much you’re paying for Social Security, health care, food assistance, the national debt, defense, and more.

New tax deduction rules may increase the number of donor households in the U.S. — but could also reduce overall charitable giving.

The act of withholding taxes dates back to the Founding Fathers.

A provision in the Big Beautiful Bill expands access to health savings accounts, which offer a rare triple tax advantage. But HSAs work best for people with disposable income to set aside, and even then, most enrollees spend their balances down before they can invest.

The rising cost of energy is likely to offset gains from 2025 tax cuts.

Several states have passed a millionaires tax that taxes income, while others are proposing taxes on wealth.

While the tax appears small, it’s added on top of existing costs, which can drive up the price of sending money.

From new deductions to disappearing credits, here’s what taxpayers should know before filing.