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Cover illustration for the Side Income article, reading “Side Income and the Tax You Owe on It”.
Side Income

Side Income and the Tax You Owe on It

Side income can face income tax and 15.3% self-employment tax. A $14,000 example shows why setting aside 25% is only a starting point.

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Cover illustration for the Taxes article, reading “The HSA Triple Tax Advantage”.
TaxesGuide

The HSA Triple Tax Advantage

Deductible going in, untaxed while invested and untaxed for qualified medical costs, with a 2026 limit and an eligibility test people skip.

5 min read
Cover illustration for the Taxes article, reading “Tax Credits vs Deductions”.
Taxes

Tax Credits vs Deductions

A $1,000 credit can cut tax by $1,000. A $1,000 deduction saves only your marginal rate, and sometimes nothing at all.

4 min read