Tag Archive for: gambling winnings

New Gambling ‘Phantom Taxes’ Start In 2026 – What This Means For Your Winnings And Tax Burden

Starting in 2026, thanks to a provision buried in the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the amount of gambling losses you can deduct caps at 90%, down from the previous 100%. That means you could be taxed on income you never actually profited from — what critics are calling a “phantom tax.”

19 Most Popular Tax Deductions For 2019

Although the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act limited itemized deductions and doubled the standard deduction, don't assume that the standard deduction works for you. Make sure to check all available deductions. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FORE MORE

8 Surprising Things That Are Taxable

Technically, under Internal Revenue Code Section 62, the IRS can find a way to tax almost every way of receiving money. For a heads up on what unusual monetary situations are taxable, and what you should be reporting when you file, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE