July 10, 2026Three Texas tax pros are headed to federal prison for filing false federal returns. Investigators say some clients knew of…
July 9, 2026Backpacks, like these at my local H-E-B grocery store, are a necessity for today's students. They also are tax-free here…
July 7, 2026U.S. consumers complain about higher prices, but they still are paying them, largely through increased use of credit cards. Sales…
July 6, 2026It’s never too early for children to learn solid money lessons. The new Trump Account, which became available on July…
July 4, 2026Fireworks are the stars each July 4th, but the Stars and Stripes get plenty of attention, too, on Independence Day.…
July 3, 2026Saturday, July 4, still is the official day to celebrate the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence 250 years…
July 1, 2026July obviously means Fourth of July celebrations in the United States. But this summer month is full of other activities,…
July 1, 2026July is when we celebrate America's independence from Great Britain. And while taxes were a spark, we're never totally free…
June 29, 2026While the IRS appeals a federal court ruling on tax penalties collected during the COVID pandemic, filers who paid them…
June 27, 2026House fans can help, but an operational air conditioner is better. Federal tax breaks used to help pay for some…- June 24, 2026A new International Olympic Committee $140 million fund will dispense grants of up to $10,000 to eligible athletes. Added money…
June 22, 2026Some IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers will be open one final Saturday on June 27. The offices won't have a flashy…
June 21, 2026An Internal Revenue Service watchdog found the agency recently received billions in unidentified payments. Modernized operations will reduce unaccounted-for amounts.…
June 19, 2026The Obama Presidential Center's deliberate Juneteenth public opening date underscores the first Black president’s message to us all “to write…
June 18, 2026Tropical Storm Arthur as it moved toward the Texas cost on June 17. Its deadly landfall underscores the need to…
June 16, 2026Many young people take food service jobs during the summer. It’s a good way to learn about the working world.…
June 14, 2026June 15 is Tax Day for millions of U.S. taxpayers. Those living and working abroad must file their 1040s. And…
June 12, 2026Cash payments to workers might be part of a payroll tax scheme. Treasury is leading a multi-agency effort to discover…
June 11, 2026Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent fielded questions at a Congressional hearing about the 3.4 million taxpayers who've have their tax refunds…- June 10, 2026Inflation is a double-edged sword for retirees. Cost-of-living increases will bump up Social Security payments next year. But some could…
- June 8, 2026While some put prediction markets on par with psychic readings, millions disagree, buying contracts on anything, including sports outcomes. A…
June 7, 2026Broadway’s Tony Awards highlight the shows and performances along that famed thoroughfare. But the attention also puts a spotlight on…
June 4, 2026Uncle Sam's tax collector wants you. This time, though, it could be to your benefit. The IRS is looking to…
June 3, 2026Definitely take a break this June. But taxes don't take vacations. So, you also should make time for some tax…
June 2, 2026Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified on Capitol Hill that the anti-weaponization fund was dead, but Donald Trump's tax amnesty…
June 1, 2026Hurricane damage is a constant threat to U.S. coastal communities during the annual June 1 through Nov. 30 tropical storm…- June 1, 2026Ah, June. We’ve been waiting for you! No school. Vacations. Taxes. Yep, taxes. They don’t take any time off any…
May 31, 2026Medical costs keep increasing, including insurance. A high-deductible plan, along with a tax-favored health savings account, could be the Rx,…
May 28, 2026Trump Accounts were designed to help young people get better returns on savings than the usual child’s piggy bank deposits.…- May 27, 2026IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers that are open on some Saturdays won't have flashy signs like this. But their services will…
May 26, 2026Emotions have always run high at spelling bees, as this Norman Rockwell painting shows. While this year's Scripps National Spelling…
May 23, 2026The $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, part of a deal to end Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service, is…
May 21, 2026It’s graduation season. If you’ve got some high school or college graduates in your life and you don’t know what…
May 19, 2026Donald Trump and singer Shakira both got good tax news. In the U.S. case, the president's pending audit troubles are…- May 17, 2026A key IRS job is ensuring taxpayers comply with the law. A new tax watchdog report says the agency needs…
May 15, 2026You and your local property appraiser probably have different views of your home. You can appeal a real estate appraisal…
May 13, 2026Gas taxes are a top concern of drivers right now. But if you’re pumping the fuel into a rental vehicle,…
May 11, 2026High gasoline prices have prompted talk of gas tax holidays, at both the federal and state levels. But the suspension…- May 10, 2026COVID was a major disruption in many parts of our lives, including taxes. Many Americans paid IRS penalties or interest…
May 7, 2026Children are expensive. So are higher education costs. But often these expenses coincide. Tax breaks can help both parents, students,…
