Tax Moves that Save Big Bucks

Now's the time to cash in on breaks for 2009.

The Alternative Minimum Tax Trap

How you could be a victim, too.

Broker Fee Fiasco

Kimberly Lankford tackles broker inactivity fees and saves one reader $430.

Trim Taxes by Boosting
Retirement Savings

Max out your contributions while you can; limits won’t increase in 2010.

Review Your Year-End Tax Plans

Making the right moves now can save you plenty.

How Do I Tap My IRA?

If you're 59½ or older, follow these steps to access your money.

Still Time to Undo a Roth Conversion

You have until October 15 to recharacterize your account back to a traditional IRA. Here's why you might want to do so.

Making Charitable Contributions From an IRA

You have less of an incentive to take advantage of this special rule in 2009.

New Limits Coming on Flex-Account Contributions

The 2009 open-enrollment season may be your last chance for big breaks.

Finding a Financial Planner Who's Right for You

One of the new paradigms is that you, the investor, should be in charge. But that doesn't mean you want a yes man.

4 Questions to Ask When Evaluating a Financial Planner

Don't leave an introductory meeting with a financial planner without learning these four things.

Flexible Spending Account vs. Dependent-Care Credit

A couple of tax breaks are available for working parents who pay for child care, but you'll have to choose one or the other.

5 Reasons to Buy a Home Now

Conditions are nearly perfect to get a super bargain. But don't dally.

The New Roth Rollover Rules Explained

Kimberly Lankford answers readers' questions about the new rules that take effect in 2010.

Taxes on Kids' Summer Income?

<p>Your child will have to file a tax return next spring if he or she earned over a certain amount.</p>

Take Advantage of These Stimulus Breaks Soon

Several provisions of the economic-stimulus plan expire by the end of this year.

Get Tax Credits for Going Green

Tax Holidays Coming Soon

Tax Return Do-Overs

New Forecasts From the Kiplinger Tax Letter

Economic Stimulus 101: What You Need to Know

Small Business Tax

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

Two Days Left for the Tax Deadline: Why Pay?

Get Next Year's Refund Now

Looking for extra cash? You can boost your paycheck by adjusting your withholding.

Do-It-Yourself Tax Savings All Stages of Life

Rack up tax savings before you file you return by making the right moves throughout the year.

Tax-Filing "Shortcuts" to Avoid

If You Can't Pay Your Tax Bill

Find Out When and How You'll Get Your Stimulus

What You Need to Know About the Rebate Recovery Credit

You Don't Have to Itemize to Take These Tax Breaks

Five Things to Know About the Child-Care Tax Credit

An AMT Tax Break?

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

Free Tax-Filing for All

Jumpstarting The AMT

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

The Taxing Side of Stock Options

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

Get Credit for Paying the AMT

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

End-Of-Year Tax Questions

Tax Breaks for Job Hunters

Taxes After Graduating from College

Tax tips for new grads; can you claim your own exemption?

Marriage and Taxes

How to handle your new "married filing" status without paying the marriage penalty.