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Now That You’re Done With Your Taxes, Here’s What To Know For 2026

While the 2025 filing year has wrapped up for most people, recent tax law changes—some introduced last summer and others already in effect—are still shaping how you should approach the year ahead. Here are the key moves to consider for 2026.

Find Out Whether You Qualify For The New Senior Tax Break

The One Big Beautiful Bill is adding an extra $6,000 standard deduction for Americans aged 65 and above. This provision is temporary and will expire in 2028, giving seniors only a few years to take advantage of the benefit. Find out how the deduction works, who qualifies, and how it might influence your tax-filing strategy.

This Charitable Giving Strategy ‘Almost Always’ Provides The Biggest Tax Break, Advisor Says

Qualified charitable distributions, or QCDs, are direct transfers from an individual retirement account to a non-profit organization. Additionally, retirees can give more in 2024, according to the IRS. Financial experts say this is a key move to maximize a tax break.

Tax Deductions 2024: What Can I Deduct and How Do They Work?

The Internal Revenue Service offers scores of deductions to help you keep more of your earnings in your pocket. With a filing deadline of April 15, 2025, here's what you need to know about deductions for tax year 2024.

2025 Tax Brackets: Here’s Why Your Paycheck Could Be Bigger Next Year

The IRS typically makes tax code changes each year to account for inflation. This also helps prevent "tax bracket creep," which could push you into a higher tax bracket, despite inflation eating into your wages. Read everything you need to know about next year's tax brackets and the standard deduction increases.

A Tax Planning Roadmap For Four Life Events

While taxes may not be on your mind while experiencing big life events such as marriage, buying a house, having children, and divorce, all four can impact tax planning by changing income, tax filing status and eligibility for various tax breaks.