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IRS Updates 2026 Tax Deduction for People Age 65 and Older
Tax Changes Adjustments to the extra standard deduction can impact the tax bills of millions of older adults. Here are some new amounts to know for 2026.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Adoption Tax Credit: What You Need to Know for 2025 and 2026
Tax Credits Due to a new tax law and annual IRS inflation adjustments, adoption tax credit amounts are being increased.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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IRS Reveals New 2026 Child Tax Credit and other Family Credit Amounts
Tax Credits Key family tax breaks are higher for 2026, including the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Adoption Credit. Here's what they're worth.
By Kate Schubel
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When Are Estimated Tax Payments Due for 2025?
Tax Deadlines You make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS if you are self-employed or don’t have taxes withheld from your income for other reasons.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Claiming the Standard Deduction? Here Are Five Tax Breaks for Retirement in 2025
Tax Tips If you’re retired and filing taxes, these five tax credits and deductions could provide thousands in relief (if you qualify).
By Kate Schubel
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How to Calculate Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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What's the Standard Deduction for 2025? Key Changes and Updated Amounts
Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Standard Deduction 2026 Amounts Are Here
Tax Breaks What is the standard deduction for your filing status in 2026?
By Kate Schubel
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W-4 Form: Tax Withholding Tips to Optimize Your Taxes This Year
Tax Forms Knowing how the W-4 form works can help with new jobs, tax refunds, and avoiding estimated tax payments.
By Rocky Mengle
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