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Apr 02 2026FINANCE

Where Your Paycheck Goes: The Big Tax Divide Across America

Taxes shape how much people keep from each paycheck, but those amounts vary wildly depending on where they live. A fresh look at state tax burdens shows Hawaii tops the list, where residents give up 13. 3 percent of their income to state and local taxes—more than double what Alaskans pay. The breakd

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Dec 12 2025FINANCE

Pennsylvania Tax Appeal: Timely but Not Enough

In Pennsylvania, a recent tax case shows how important it is to meet deadlines and provide proof. The Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) had to make a decision. They denied a refund for a taxpayer. The reason? The taxpayer couldn't prove their claim. The taxpayer wanted a refund based on a recalcula

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