$6,000 senior tax deduction for federal returns has plenty of rules

A new tax deduction for many adults 65 and older has plenty of rules and requires new paperwork. What you need to know when filing a 2025 tax return.

The $6,000 senior tax break: What it means and who can claim the new deduction

A new tax rule in the United States gives many older adults a chance to reduce their taxable income. Seniors aged 65 and ...
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Terry Savage: Bigger tax refunds are coming to seniors, but only if they file a return

In the coming months, millions of seniors will file their tax returns, and many other seniors will think there is no reason ...
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There's still a way to do your 2025 tax return online for free

Free File is not Direct File, which the IRS has discontinued for the 2026 tax season. This tax season, according to the IRS, eight private-sector partners are offering guided tax software products ...

How Tax Credits Can Lower Your Tax Bill—or Boost Your Refund

Federal tax credits come in a number of flavors, including refundable, nonrefundable and partially refundable. Here’s what you should know heading into tax season.

Want your tax return quickly? Avoid these mistakes, IRS warns

If you are owned a refund, you don't want to wait six weeks to get it. The IRS has some tips to help ensure you get your money as quickly as possible.