Taking the Standard Deduction Versus Itemizing The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) substantially increased the standard deduction amounts, thus making itemized deductions less attractive for many individuals. The OBBBA makes this change permanent. For 2025, the standard deduction amounts are: $15,750 (single); $23,625 (head of household); and $31,500 (married filing jointly). If the total of [...]
The following article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers who give money or goods to a charity may be able to claim a deduction on their 2017 federal tax return, which basically reduces the amount of their taxable income. Here are some important facts about charitable donations: Qualified charities. To receive a deduction, taxpayers must donate [...]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zlx9-giqLPU] "Charitable giving" is a phrase used frequently towards the end of the year, both during the holiday season as well as at tax time. Giving is an extremely important gesture made by those who have towards those who aren't as fortunate. While need is a universal phenomenon, resources are often limited, necessitating that we [...]
Throughout the year, many taxpayers contribute money or gifts to qualified organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions. Taxpayers who plan to claim a charitable deduction on their tax return must do two things: Have a bank record or written communication from a charity for any monetary contributions. Get a written acknowledgment from the charity for [...]
