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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 4d

IRS Raises Standard Deduction for 2026 [Find Your Deduction]
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IRS Raises Standard Deduction for 2026 [Find Your Deduction]

Standard deduction amounts are adjusted each year to account for inflation, which helps taxpayers by increasing their deduction nearly every year.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 4d

What’s Your Capital Gains Tax Rate? [2025 + 2026]
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What’s Your Capital Gains Tax Rate? [2025 + 2026]

How do you determine the proper capital gain tax rate? When you drill down a bit, you’ll see it depends on several different factors.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 4d

What Is the Gift Tax Exclusion for 2026?
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What Is the Gift Tax Exclusion for 2026?

Both the annual gift tax exclusion and the lifetime gift tax exemption were bumped up to account for inflation.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 4d

2026 Federal Tax Brackets Released: What Rate Will You Pay?
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2026 Federal Tax Brackets Released: What Rate Will You Pay?

Yes, the 2025 filing date is still months away. But the 2026 tax brackets are out, allowing you to start planning for the 2026 tax year.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 4d

Federal Tax Brackets and Rates [2025 + 2026]
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Federal Tax Brackets and Rates [2025 + 2026]

When filing your 2025 federal income tax return, the amount of tax you owe will be based on which of the seven different tax brackets you fall into.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 4d

What Is the Standard Deduction? [2025 + 2026]
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What Is the Standard Deduction? [2025 + 2026]

Around 90% of all taxpayers claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return. See how much it can reduce your taxable income.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 8d

10 Dividend-Growth Stocks That Wall Street Loves Now
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10 Dividend-Growth Stocks That Wall Street Loves Now

These dividend-growth stocks boast at least a decade of rising payouts and a large bull camp among the analysts that cover them.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 11d

6 Disadvantages of 401(k) Plans Every Investor Should Know
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6 Disadvantages of 401(k) Plans Every Investor Should Know

A 401(k) is a simple and useful investment vehicle, but it's not without its flaws. Here are some of the drawbacks of a 401(k) account.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 13d

The 10 Best-Rated Dividend Aristocrats Right Now
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10 Best-Rated Dividend Aristocrats Right Now [October 2025]

Every Dividend Aristocrat is special in the eyes of income investors. But the analyst community favors these 10 S&P 500 Aristocrats over the rest.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 18d

The 9 Best Dividend Funds You Can Buy Now
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9 Best Dividend Funds You Can Buy [September 2025]

Do you want more equity income than "the market" provides? These dividend funds deliver significantly better yield.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 21d

7 Roth IRA Conversion Mistakes to Avoid
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7 Roth IRA Conversion Mistakes to Avoid

A Roth conversion can change your retirement for the better, but only if done correctly. These are some costly conversion mistakes to avoid.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · 25d

10 Household Items You Should Sell Before Retirement
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10 Household Items You Should Sell Before Retirement

Retirement should be a phase of your life when you have more time and less unnecessary stuff. These are some of the best items to sell before retiring.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Sep 11

Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Sep 9

10 Ways Tariffs Affect Small Businesses
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10 Ways Tariffs Affect Small Businesses

Small businesses are more affected by tariffs than larger companies. These are the changes small businesses can expect in the new tariff-heavy environment.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Sep 5

August's nonfarm payrolls report showed a continuation of weakness in the U.S. economy.

Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Sep 2

6 Major Ways the OBBB Affects Your Business Taxes
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6 Major Ways the OBBB Affects Your Business Taxes

Here are some of the most important changes (and continuations) that the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) made to the business tax code.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Aug 27

10 Products You Should Always Avoid at Dollar Stores
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10 Products You Should Always Avoid at Dollar Stores

Despite the promising names, dollar stores don't always have the best deals. These are the items you should put on your dollar store "Don't Buy" list.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Aug 22

10 Surprising Home Depot Freebies
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10 Surprisingly Free Things Home Depot Offers

Home Depot offers many free services and items, but these perks aren't always widely advertised. These are some of the must-know freebies.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Aug 19

10 Products You Should Always Avoid on Amazon
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10 Products You Should Always Avoid on Amazon

Amazon products can be hit-or-miss. This is your guide to which Amazon products you should never buy. Your wallet, safety, and sanity will thank you.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Aug 15

10 Unique Trader Joe’s Products That Keep People Talking
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10 Unique Trader Joe's Products That Keep People Talking

Tired of the same old foods? Trader Joe's is known for offering items with intriguing flavor profiles. Check out some of the store's most interesting items.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Aug 12

July Inflation Below Estimates, But Core CPI Hotter Than Expected
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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Aug 8

10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Making a Purchase
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Avoid Buyer's Remorse: Ask Yourself These 10 Questions Before Buying

Are you prone to buyer's remorse? You can prevent it by always asking yourself certain questions before making a purchase.

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Young and the Invested @youngandinvested.bsky.social · Aug 6

The 10 Best-Rated Dividend Aristocrats Right Now
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10 Best-Rated Dividend Aristocrats Right Now [August 2025]

Every Dividend Aristocrat is special in the eyes of income investors. But the analyst community favors these 10 S&P 500 Aristocrats over the rest.

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