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The FICA EE Tax: What It Is And How It Affects You

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/FICA-ee.mp4"][/video] Whether you’re an employee or an employer, you’re probably used to seeing an endless list of acronyms next to the many…


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The Penalty For Taking Early 401(k) Withdrawals

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/early.mp4"][/video] Having an untapped source of money for emergencies is tempting, particularly in an economy like this, but tapping into retirement will…


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Is Social Security Disability Income Taxable by the IRS?

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Understanding_SSDI_Tax_Implications.mp4"][/video] Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) provides crucial financial support to people unable to work due to a disability. While the benefits…


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1099 Deductions: The Ultimate Guide for Independent Contractors and Freelancers

What Are 1099 Deductions? Being your own boss comes with many perks, sure, but it can also make you feel like a lone ship adrift…


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Paying Taxes When You Sell a House

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Taxes_When_Selling_Your_Home.mp4"][/video]   Technically, yes. However, the profit on home sale can be tax free if certain conditions are met. In fact, many…


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What Taxes Are Progressive? A Guide on the Progressive Tax System

What taxes are progressive? Well, all of them! At least at the federal level for income tax. The US federal government utilizes a progressive tax…


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How to Know If You Owe Taxes: The Complete Guide

How will you know if you owe taxes? Well, the IRS makes it no secret, truth be told. In fact, they’re supposed to inform you…


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Taxes and Military Funding: Your Tax Dollars at Work

Whether you want to be better informed in order to engage in public discourse about the US’ fiscal policy, or are simply curious about how…