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In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer questions from readers on what Congress will do next with taxes.

Investors must be able to free up cash to meet short-term needs from time to time. This strategy will help you access capital without derailing your long-term goals.

Digital advisors, also known as robo-advisors, have made investing easier and more accessible than ever. With low fees and automated portfolio management, they seem like the perfect solution for hands-off investors. But behind the convenience, digital advisors can sometimes trigger unexpected tax consequences. If you’re not paying attention, these surprises…

Millions of Americans are freelancing. The extra income is great, but many gig workers get a rude awakening come tax season. Here's how to avoid that.

Filing your own taxes can save money and give you more control over your finances. But do-it-yourself, or DIY, tax filing comes with risks that can lead to costly errors. With tax laws changing and forms getting more complex, even small mistakes can trigger audits, missed refunds, or penalties. Understanding…

Retirement is the perfect time to update your estate plan—here are 5 smart changes retirees should make to protect assets and secure their legacy.

Gift taxes might sound like something only the ultra-wealthy have to worry about, but the reality is a bit different. The IRS keeps a close eye on large gifts, and certain financial moves can put you on their radar. Ignoring the rules or making mistakes with gift tax reporting could…

The Internal Revenue Service violated its own policies when it fired thousands of probationary employees earlier this year at the direction of the Trump administration, the Treasury Department's inspector general said in a report released last week.

Could the Social Security 90th anniversary be a good time to revisit old tax thresholds?