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Senior Deduction

A new deduction for seniors, which must be claimed regardless of itemizing, with MAGI phaseouts and SSN/joint-filing requirements.

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Feb 6, 2026

How did the 2025 IRS redesign of checkboxes and entry fields change common software and paper filing workflows for claiming the standard deduction?

The reporting assembled for does not document an "redesign of checkboxes and entry fields" on paper forms or e‑file specifications as a discrete, standalone initiative; instead, available IRS material...

Jan 22, 2026

How do the 2026 combined income rules calculate taxable portion of Social Security for joint filers?

The determine the taxable portion of Social Security for married joint filers by comparing "combined" or "provisional" income — essentially adjusted gross income plus certain items and half of both sp...