Tax Deductions
News, insights and expert analysis on tax deductions from the team at Kiplinger.
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14 Education Tax Credits and Deductions to Know
Education From the $20,000 529 plan expansion to the return of the student loan "tax bomb," the new Trump tax bill has overhauled how you pay for school. Here's where to save.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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New $6,000 'Senior Bonus' Deduction: What It Means for Taxpayers Age 65 and Older
Tax Changes If you’re an older adult, a new bonus tax deduction could provide a valuable tax benefit. Here's how it works.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Trump Tax Bill 2025: What Changed and How It Affects Your Taxes
Tax Law From standard deduction amounts to tax brackets and Medicaid cuts, here’s what individual filers need to know about tax changes in Trump's "big beautiful bill."
By Kelley R. Taylor
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3 Major Changes to the 2026 Charitable Deduction
Tax Breaks About 144 million Americans might qualify for the 2026 universal charity deduction, while high earners face new IRS limits. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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The Extra Standard Deduction for People Age 65 and Older
Tax Deductions The extra standard deduction can help older adults reduce their taxable income.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Over 65? Here's What the New $6K Senior Tax Deduction Means for Medicare IRMAA
Tax Breaks A new tax deduction for people over age 65 has some thinking about Medicare premiums and MAGI strategy.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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3 Popular Tax Breaks Are Gone for Good in 2026
Tax Breaks Here's a list of federal tax deductions and credits that you can't claim in the 2026 tax year. High-income earners could also get hit by a "surprise" tax bill.
By Kate Schubel
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Tax Breaks for Caregivers
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on tax breaks for caregivers
By Joy Taylor
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U.S. Congress to End Emergency Tax Bill Over $6,000 Senior Deduction and Tip, Overtime Tax Breaks in D.C.
Tax Law Here's how taxpayers can amend their already-filed income tax returns amid a potentially looming legal battle on Capitol Hill.
By Kate Schubel
Tax Law
