Tax 101: Understanding the basics

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Understanding the tax system can help individuals and businesses navigate their financial strategies to minimize the impact of taxes.

Standard deduction: Tax advantage

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The standard deduction is a fixed dollar amount that reduces the portion of your income on that you’re taxed. It allows taxpayers to reduce their taxable income and simplify the tax process.

Understanding property tax rates

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Property tax rates vary significantly from city to city and state to state. Learn how to calculate your property taxes, pay them, and deduct the payment on your federal tax return.

Understanding long-term capital gains tax

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Learn more about the long-term capital gains tax, how it can offer tax benefits, and how to minimize your tax liability by knowing when to sell your investments. 

What is tax liability?

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Tax liabilities can be a major expense for many households and individuals. Learn the basics of tax liabilities are and how you can help reduce them.

How long does it take to get a tax refund?

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Get a breakdown of how much time it generally takes to receive a tax refund depending on how the return is filed and which method is chosen to receive the refund.