Tax rules in 2026 tilt even more heavily toward people who take the standard deduction, thanks to new above the line write offs layered on top of existing ones. If you know where to look, you can trim ...

With the 2026 standard deduction soaring to $32,200 for joint filers and SALT cap changes, should you still itemize? We break ...

The One Big Beautiful Bill included sweeping tax law changes. Here are several key changes individual taxpayers need to know ...

When tax season rolls around, deductions and credits can make a real difference in how much you owe -- or how much you get ...

To qualify for this tax credit, the child must: Be your son, daughter, stepchild, eligible foster child, brother, sister, stepbrother, stepsister, half-brother, half-sister or a descendant of one of ...

Comprehensive guide to U.S. itemized deductions for 2026, covering Schedule A, SALT limits, medical expenses, interest, charity, and 1040-NR ...

Taxpayers and businesses are encouraged to review IRS instructions and updates closely as new rules take effect.

It will mostly be business as usual for homeowners this tax season. However, new changes introduced under the "big, beautiful bill" may affect how they file.

Carl Carlson, founder and CEO of Carlson Financial, looks at the difference between standard and itemized deductions on your ...

We break down the definitions and eligibility rules for the five IRS filing statuses to help you maximize your refund this tax season.