Benefits August 6, 2026
Column: Save Social Security with the Gig Economy
One way to improve the program: Social Security ought to change its tax treatment of self-employment and start taxing the employers of independent contractors.
Taxes July 7, 2026
42 States Don’t Tax Social Security. Here Are the 8 That Do
Recognizing the vital role the program plays for many, the majority of states exempt Social Security income from taxation. Eight do not, however, though rules of what is taxed vary widely.
Benefits June 18, 2026
A Simple Change Could Reshape Social Security’s Future, O’Malley Says
Former Social Security Commissioner Martin O'Malley says raising the cap on income subject to Social Security payroll taxes could help address the system’s looming financial challenges.
Taxes May 6, 2026
What is the Maximum Social Security Tax You Must Pay on Your Earnings in 2026?
Unlike other taxes you have to pay, there is a maximum Social Security tax threshold that once met, you do not have to pay into anymore.
Benefits May 1, 2026
Taxes on Social Security Benefits Vary Depending on Many Factors
Tahlequah, OH-based CPA Anthony Hughes said many taxpayers do not understand how taxes and Social Security benefits work, and it keeps coming up when they file their returns.
Taxes September 2, 2025
TIGTA: Employers Neglected to Pay $2 Billion in Deferred Social Security Taxes
According to the IRS, about 10,000 employers hadn't paid their deferral as of May 2025, and the tax agency had yet to manually adjust their account which would subject the unpaid amounts to standard collection processes, TIGTA said.
Taxes July 17, 2025
IRS Explains New Trump Tax Law Deductions for Workers, Seniors
The IRS released a fact sheet earlier this week describing new tax provisions—no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, no tax on car loan interest, and a deduction for seniors—in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Special Section: Guide to 2025 Tax Changes July 11, 2025
New OBBBA Federal Tax Law Prompts Planning Surge, Complexity for CPAs
In the wake of the sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law just one week prior, accounting professionals are scrambling to understand and apply a raft of new federal tax provisions.
Taxes July 8, 2025
Here’s Why the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Won’t Really End Social Security Tax
After the bill was signed by President Trump, millions of Americans received notice from the Social Security Administration saying they no longer will have to pay taxes on Social Security benefits. The problem is, that’s not entirely accurate.
Taxes May 19, 2025
Trump Wanted to End Social Security Taxation, But House Republicans Have Other Ideas
House Republicans have included a proposal in their tax bill to provide a $4,000 federal income tax deduction for lower- and middle-income seniors 65 and over.
Taxes March 26, 2025
Senate Finance Panel Advances Oz Nomination to Lead CMS Despite Dems’ Tax Concerns
The Senate Finance Committee on Tuesday advanced Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services by a vote of 14-13, splitting along party lines.
Taxes March 14, 2025
Oz Reportedly Underpaid Social Security and Medicare Taxes in 2022 and 2023
President Trump's pick to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Dr. Mehmet Oz, is set to have his confirmation hearing before senators on Friday, a day after reports surfaced that he may have “significantly” underpaid Social Security and Medicare taxes in recent years.