2026 Standard Deduction: $16,100 Single, $32,200 Joint
The IRS set the 2026 standard deduction at $16,100 (single), $32,200 (joint) and $24,150 (head of household). See what changed and how the extras work.
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2026 Capital Gains Tax Rates and Income Thresholds
The IRS raised the 2026 long-term capital gains thresholds: 0% up to $49,450 (single) and $98,900 (joint). See all rates, exceptions and reporting forms.
Read the postChild Tax Credit for 2026: $2,200 Per Child and the Rules
The IRS lists the 2026 Child Tax Credit at up to $2,200 per child, with up to $1,700 refundable. See who qualifies, income limits and the refund hold.
Read the post2026 EITC Limits: Maximum Credit Up to $8,231
The 2026 Earned Income Tax Credit tops out at $8,231 with three or more children. See the 2026 limits, the rules and the mid-February refund hold.
Read the postTips, Overtime, Car Loan and Senior Deductions: How They Work
The IRS lists new deductions for tips, overtime, car loan interest and seniors for 2025 through 2028. See the caps, income phase-outs and how to claim.
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