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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.
New Retirement Account Rules Make It Easier To Tap Savings Early For Emergencies
President Joe Biden is poised to sign a $1.7 trillion bill that amends rules related to so-called hardship distributions from 401(k) plans. The measures are tucked into “Secure 2.0,” a collection of retirement reforms attached to the overall legislative package, which will fund the federal government for the rest of the fiscal year through next September. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Why Do I Owe Taxes This Year? Six Reasons You May Not Get A Refund
Many financial experts are warning that refunds will be smaller. You may even find yourself owing money instead of getting some back. There are mulltiple reasons you may not get a refund this year. For six common reasons some people could owe money to the IRS, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE
‘Early Filers Should Wait To Submit Their 2023 Tax Return,’ The IRS Warns. Here’s Why.
The IRS has a warning for early filers: “You need to wait for key documents before submitting your tax return. A little extra caution could save you time and effort.” CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE