The IRS has updated standard deduction amounts for 2026 to reflect inflation and recent law changes, helping taxpayers avoid ...

The standard deduction is rising in 2026 by $350, or $700 for couples. The tax brackets are changing slightly as well. Assuming the same income, your tax bill could go down slightly for 2026. Each ...

Tax rules in 2026 tilt even more heavily toward people who take the standard deduction, thanks to new above the line write ...