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You Don’t Have To Itemize To Deduct Charitable Donations In 2026October 19, 2026 - 2:40 pmBeginning in 2026, taxpayers who take the standard deduction may deduct up to $1,000—or $2,000 for married couples filing jointly—in qualifying charitable cash contributions.
Bought A New Car? You May Be Able To Deduct The Loan InterestOctober 12, 2026 - 8:31 pmA new federal tax deduction could allow eligible taxpayers to deduct up to $10,000 a year in interest paid on qualifying new-vehicle loans. But not every car or buyer qualifies.
New Education Freedom Tax Credit Begins In 2027: What Taxpayers Should KnowOctober 5, 2026 - 7:13 pmA new federal tax credit beginning in 2027 could provide taxpayers with up to $1,700—or $3,400 for married couples filing jointly—for qualifying contributions to scholarship organizations.
Paid To Care For A Family Member? Here’s What the IRS Says About TaxesSeptember 28, 2026 - 5:01 pmThe IRS recently reminded taxpayers that family caregivers who are paid for their services may have income-reporting requirements, and the tax treatment can depend on whether the caregiver is considered an employee or is providing caregiving services as a business.
Received An IRS CP53E Notice? Here’s What It MeansSeptember 21, 2026 - 4:18 pmMillions of taxpayers received unfamiliar IRS CP53E notices during the 2026 filing season. Here’s what the notice means, why it was sent and what to do if you receive one.
IRS Highlights Free Direct Pay Option Ahead Of September Estimated Tax DeadlineSeptember 14, 2026 - 7:51 pmWith the September 15 estimated-tax deadline approaching, the IRS is reminding taxpayers about a free way to make federal tax payments directly from a bank account.
2026 Child Tax Credit: What Families Need To KnowSeptember 7, 2026 - 9:26 pmThe Child Tax Credit remains an important tax break for families in 2026, but income limits, refundability rules and identification requirements can affect how much taxpayers receive.
IRS Proposes New Rules For Investments Held In Trump AccountsAugust 31, 2026 - 5:59 pmNew IRS guidance would establish limits on how Trump Account funds may be invested while beneficiaries are minors, including restrictions involving fund structure, fees and investment strategy. One provision could have a particularly important impact on how these accounts are managed when families do not make an investment choice.
Should It Stay Or Go? Clearing Out Financial Paperwork
Paperwork is one of the easiest areas to let a mess build and one of the more challenging categories to tackle. For some expert help on sorting through it all, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
IRS To Release New W-4: What To Expect
The IRS is expected to release a new W-4 form for use in 2020. According to an IRS source, the agency held a payroll call on May 2 where it reiterated plans to have that draft available for comment by May 31. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
The Big Mistake Students, Families Make With Financial Aid
The largest provider of student financial aid in the U.S., the Department of Education awards about $120 billion in grants, loans and other funds to help millions of students afford education costs each year. But even though familiar with FAFSA, many people still fail to apply. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE