Tax Deductions
News, insights and expert analysis on tax deductions from the team at Kiplinger.
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IRS Updates 2026 Tax Deduction for People Age 65 and OlderTax 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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Ask the Editor: Questions on the Senior Deduction and Tax FilingAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the new $6,000 senior deduction and how to claim it on your tax return.
By Joy Taylor
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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to KnowTax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Tax Returns and Decedents
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on how to file a tax return when someone has died and resources you can use to find more help.
By Joy Taylor
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14 Education Tax Credits and Deductions to KnowEducation 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 OlderTax 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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3 Major Changes to the 2026 Charitable DeductionTax 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: How Much Can You Save?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 IRMAATax 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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