Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?

For the 2026 tax season, knowing the standard deduction is vital, as it reduces taxable income without itemizing, offering taxpayers a simpler path to lowering their taxes efficien ...

Comprehensive guide to U.S. itemized deductions for 2026, covering Schedule A, SALT limits, medical expenses, interest, charity, and 1040-NR ...

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 ...

When tax season rolls around, deductions and credits can make a real difference in how much you owe -- or how much you get ...

To qualify for this tax credit, the child must: Be your son, daughter, stepchild, eligible foster child, brother, sister, ...

Tax filing season opens Jan. 26, the day the Internal Revenue Service begins accepting tax returns.

On Tuesday, the Internal Revenue Service announced its annual inflation adjustments for 2025, including updates to the federal income tax brackets and standard deduction. The standard deduction — ...

As Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced last year, taxpayers will receive “very large refunds,” in his own words, starting in early 2026. This is a ...