The standard deduction is bigger than ever, itemizing rules have changed, and new deductions complicate matters. Here’s how to choose the option that’s best for you.

It’s a decision that every taxpayer is faced with when choosing how to claim deductions on their federal tax return: Do you take the standard or do you itemize? Making the right choice could mean more ...

Each spring, millions of taxpayers face a deceptively simple question — take the standard deduction or itemize? For those not versed in the lingo of taxes, the distinction can be confusing. But ...

The budget bill passed in July adds a new deduction for seniors that could eliminate taxes on social security for some.

Everyone knows the deadline for filing their income taxes is April 15th. But not everyone has to file. People whose adjusted ...

The first tax season under Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act is approaching, bringing several updates that could lead to larger refunds for many filers. The most notable change is the increase in the ...

Many Baby Boomers miss valuable tax deductions each year. Learn eight often-forgotten breaks, including a new $6,000 senior ...

The 2026 tax season can be summed up in two words: Complexity and cash. Many can expect bigger refunds, but detailed rules apply to many tax breaks.