Short-term capital gains tend to be when you owned an asset for a year or less before selling it for a profit. Short-term gains may be taxed at a higher rate than long-term ones.

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.

A progressive tax is one of two main types of tax systems used by a country. Under a progressive tax system, taxes are based on a taxpayer’s ability to pay.

Taxes are a huge expense for many households. Here are a handful of examples of how families and individuals can save on taxes.

Marriage can have a big impact on a couple’s financial situation, especially in how they file their tax returns and how much tax they’ll pay.

Depending on where you live, your retirement savings may last longer. Discover which states don't tax retirement income.

Though estate planning can be an emotional process, it's important to understand the tax implications.

Capital gains taxes are owed when an asset is sold for more money than was paid for the asset. Learn more about capital gains taxes and how to avoid them.

Tax-loss harvesting is the investing technique of selling depreciated securities to offset gains within a given tax year.

Political contributions are not tax-deductible. This applies to a wide range of donations associated with politics. Learn more about key considerations.

Learn more about exclusions, tax rates, and how you can avoid gift tax.

Here are five compelling reasons to maximize your contributions to tax-deferred retirement savings plans.