Tax Deductions
News, insights and expert analysis on tax deductions from the team at Kiplinger.
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Standard Deduction 2026: How Much You Can Claim and Whether You Should ItemizeTax 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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How to Track Your HSA Receipts and PaperworkLearn which HSA records to keep, how long to keep them and the easiest ways to stay organized
By Paige Cerulli
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Retired With Self-Employment Income? Don't Miss This Tax BreakSome retired taxpayers don't realize that premiums for Medicare and long-term care insurance may be deductible on their return. Here's what financial planners say you need to know.
By Sandra Block
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Trump Tax Law 2025: What Changed and How It Affects Your TaxesTax 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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Ask the Tax Editor: Deductions for Self-Employed RetireesAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on available tax breaks for retirees with a side hustle.
By Joy Taylor
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Are You 'Broke Planning'? 10 Frugal Habits People Are Using to Save in 2026Tax Tips From California to New York, a new survey reveals where Americans are cutting costs. Here's how to pivot those "broke behaviors" into strategic tax advantages.
By Kate Schubel
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$6K Senior Deduction Benefit: How Your 2026 Savings Vary by Income LevelTax Breaks This new tax break for those age 65 and older creates a limited window of relief in retirement. Here’s how much it could save you and who benefits most.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Tax-Free Income in 2026? These Changes Could Wipe Out Your Federal BillIncome Taxes New legislation aims to exempt up to $92,000 in earnings from federal income tax. Here's who would win.
By Kate Schubel
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Tax Changes for 2026Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on changes to charitable deductions and other tax breaks that first take effect in 2026.
By Joy Taylor
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