9 Popular Tax Breaks You Can No Longer Count on in 2012

A number of tax breaks that might be dear to you have expired.

Alice Rivlin: "We're Flirting with Disaster"

The Former White House budget chief thinks Congress squandered its opportunity to rein in the national debt but may still come to its senses.

Congress Returns to Battle Over Payroll Tax Cut

We expect that Congress will extend the payroll tax cut, which is set to expire at the end of February, through the end of 2012. But what if it doesn't? How much would gridlock cost you every payday?

Laura Tyson Pushes a Corporate Tax Break

How one former official with a vested interest is pressing fellow Democrats to help corporations.

Extending the Payroll Tax Cut Is a Cop-out

Shell-shocked consumers aren’t putting the money into the economy, and neither would firms.

Should Online Retailers Collect Sales Taxes?

To me, the fundamental principle of ethical taxation is equal treatment of similar transactions.

Why Republicans Will Budge on Taxes

The debt deal will require the GOP to choose between small tax changes and massive military cuts. In the end, the defense hawks will rule.

The Case for Stocks Now

Despite the troubled economy, U.S. companies continue to post steady profits, and with the market down, their stocks could be great buys.

Insider Interview: IRS Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson

Nina Olson isn’t a household name, but she referees disputes between taxpayers and the IRS and argues for tax reform.

Government Shutdown Would Delay Tax Refunds

Another reason to fix your withholding.

Maximize Your Tax Refund

We help you uncover all the breaks you might not find on your own.

Tax Changes Ring in the New Year

As you prepare to fill out your 2010 tax return, take note of new tax rules that will apply for 2011.

The Kiplinger Taxopedia: What's Deductible?

From property taxes to student-loan interest to child-care expenses, find all your tax deductions in our encyclopedias. We’ve crammed each one with the information you need to file your tax return ... and hold your tax bill to the legal minimum.

Business Expense Tax Deductions

Deductions for Cars and Other Items You Own

Believe it or not, you actually can ring up tax savings as the result of buying things.

Tax Deal: What's In It for You?

Your tax rates won’t go up next year and for most, a bigger paycheck.

End of Year Business Tax Planning Tips for 2010

There are several ways businesses can save big by acting before the year ends.

Health Care Reform: 13 Tax Changes on the Way

Here are 13 changes in the massive overhaul that could impact your tax bill, for better or worse.

Company Relocation Plans on the Rise

Many revenue starved cities are eager to pull out the stops, dangling tax breaks and a slew of other incentives to bring in new businesses and jobs.

The Small Business Conundrum

Are we in love with the real thing or just the image?

How to Check the History of a Used Car

Follow these steps to make sure it hasn't been in an accident.

Ballot Initiatives Could Reshape Your State

There will be a lot more on the November ballot than control of Congress.

More Tax Breaks, Loans for Small Business

After months of delay, President Obama will soon get to sign legislation he's touted as a big help to small business.

Big Tax Changes Loom
For Individuals, Businesses

It’ll take a year or three of intensive debate, but a major tax overhaul is a good bet.

5 FAQs About Tax Law Changes for 2010-11

We help you figure out your tax planning for this year and beyond.

State Budget Problems
Will Only Get Worse

Revenues aren't keeping pace with spending, no matter how many cuts states make.

Is a U.S. VAT in the Cards?

It’s more than a long shot. But lawmakers will tackle some other thorny tax issues before the year is out.

States Eye More Taxes on Services

Fighting red ink, states may widen their tax bases by targeting items from laundry to roofing.

New House Tax Chairman Levin
Will Seek His Own Path

Speaker Nancy Pelosi may still run the show, but Sander Levin will wield more power over tax policy than did his predecessor on Ways and Means.

A Tax Win for Downsizing Firms

Laid off workers also gain in a stunning district court decision.

Solutions to Real-Life Money Challenges

You have questions. We have answers.

More Tax Breaks for Business
Coming Soon

One year after passage of an economic stimulus bill, Congress is planning to give the economy another boost with more tax cuts.

Death, Health Care Reform and Taxes

Keep your eyes open for really big changes coming to the tax system in 2010 and 2011.

Tax Law Change Means Cash for Cos.

It’s Christmas in November for money losing businesses, which will see cash in their stockings, thanks to a new law OK’d by Congress.

Tax Rules for the Self-Employed

It's up to you to figure out how much you owe Uncle Sam and make payments each quarter.

Small Business Tax

Kiplinger editorial director Kevin McCormally and fellow tax experts Peter Blank and Mary Beth Franklin tackle your most pressing tax challenges.