Guides on US federal income tax: brackets, credits, deductions, and how to estimate your refund for the 2026 tax year.https://tax47.app/https://tax47.app/blog/charitable-contribution-deduction-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/charitable-contribution-deduction-2026/Standard-deduction filers can deduct $1,000 ($2,000 MFJ) of cash gifts to public charities in 2026. What qualifies, what's excluded, and the receipts you need.Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/irs-free-file-2026-direct-file-ended/https://tax47.app/blog/irs-free-file-2026-direct-file-ended/IRS Direct File is gone for 2026. Use this guide to pick the right free filing option in 30 seconds, with eligibility, AGI limits, and provider quirks.Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/1099-k-threshold-2026-venmo-paypal/https://tax47.app/blog/1099-k-threshold-2026-venmo-paypal/The 2026 federal 1099-K threshold reverts to $20,000 and 200 transactions. See state exceptions, what to do if you got one in error, and Schedule 1 fixes.Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/salt-deduction-cap-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/salt-deduction-cap-2026/The 2026 SALT deduction cap is $40,400 for most filers, with a 30% MAGI phase-down above $505,000. Math, examples, and break-even tables for high-tax states.Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/child-tax-credit-2026-eligibility-amount/https://tax47.app/blog/child-tax-credit-2026-eligibility-amount/The 2026 Child Tax Credit is $2,200 per child with up to $1,700 refundable. See income limits, SSN rules, Schedule 8812 examples, and how to claim it.Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/itemized-vs-standard-deduction-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/itemized-vs-standard-deduction-2026/Compare the 2026 standard deduction ($16,100/$24,150/$32,200) against itemizing under the new $40,400 SALT cap. Worksheet, scenarios, and break-even rules.Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/child-dependent-care-credit-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/child-dependent-care-credit-2026/The Child and Dependent Care Credit for 2026 now tops out at 50% thanks to OBBBA. See the full AGI sliding scale, worked examples, and FSA comparison.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/how-to-file-taxes-first-time-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/how-to-file-taxes-first-time-2026/Filing taxes for the first time? This 2026 step-by-step guide covers documents, free filing options, new OBBB deductions, common mistakes, and what to expect.Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/estimated-quarterly-taxes-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/estimated-quarterly-taxes-2026/Complete guide to 2026 estimated quarterly taxes: due dates, step-by-step calculation, safe harbor rules, OBBB changes, and penalty avoidance.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/auto-loan-interest-tax-deduction-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/auto-loan-interest-tax-deduction-2026/Learn who qualifies for the 2026 car loan interest deduction, how the $10,000 limit works, and how to estimate your tax savings.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/no-tax-on-tips-overtime-2026-how-to-claim/https://tax47.app/blog/no-tax-on-tips-overtime-2026-how-to-claim/The 2026 tip deduction ($25K) and overtime deduction ($12.5K) can save thousands in federal tax. Learn who qualifies, how they interact, and how to file.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/adjusted-gross-income-agi-explained/https://tax47.app/blog/adjusted-gross-income-agi-explained/Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) is your total income minus above-the-line deductions. Learn how to calculate AGI, what deductions lower it, and why it matters.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/tax-penalties-underpayment-late-filing/https://tax47.app/blog/tax-penalties-underpayment-late-filing/Every IRS tax penalty explained with 2026 rates: failure to file (5%), failure to pay (0.5%), underpayment, and accuracy penalties. Examples and relief.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/how-to-estimate-your-tax-refund/https://tax47.app/blog/how-to-estimate-your-tax-refund/Learn how to estimate your tax refund before you file. Step-by-step formula, worked example with 2026 brackets, and new OBBBA provisions boosting refunds.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/new-tax-deductions-2026-one-big-beautiful-bill/https://tax47.app/blog/new-tax-deductions-2026-one-big-beautiful-bill/Every new and enhanced tax deduction for 2026 from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: tips, overtime, car loan interest, seniors, SALT, charitable, and PMI.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/earned-income-tax-credit-2026-eligibility/https://tax47.app/blog/earned-income-tax-credit-2026-eligibility/2026 EITC income limits, maximum credit amounts, and eligibility rules for every filing status. Includes phase-out tables and worked examples.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/senior-tax-deduction-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/senior-tax-deduction-2026/The new $6,000 senior tax deduction for 2026 can save retirees up to $24,150 in total deductions. Learn eligibility, phase-out rules, and how to claim it.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/filing-status-guide-which-one-to-choose/https://tax47.app/blog/filing-status-guide-which-one-to-choose/Compare all five IRS filing statuses with 2026 dollar amounts, side-by-side tax calculations, and a decision flowchart to find the status that lowers your bill.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/head-of-household-requirements-and-tax-benefits/https://tax47.app/blog/head-of-household-requirements-and-tax-benefits/Learn the three Head of Household requirements for 2026, including the considered unmarried rule, qualifying person tests, and how HoH saves you thousands.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/filing-status-guide/https://tax47.app/blog/filing-status-guide/Compare all five IRS filing statuses for 2026, including standard deductions, tax brackets, and a decision flowchart to lower your bill.Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/married-filing-jointly-vs-separately/https://tax47.app/blog/married-filing-jointly-vs-separately/Compare married filing jointly vs separately for 2026 with updated brackets, standard deductions, SALT caps, and real examples showing which saves more.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/self-employment-tax-2026-how-15-3-percent-works/https://tax47.app/blog/self-employment-tax-2026-how-15-3-percent-works/How the 15.3% self-employment tax works in 2026. Step-by-step calculation, the 92.35% rule, wage base cap, quarterly payments, and ways to reduce your bill.Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/capital-gains-tax-rates-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/capital-gains-tax-rates-2026/2026 capital gains tax rates and brackets for every filing status. Covers long-term, short-term, NIIT, collectibles, and strategies to lower your bill.Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/how-much-can-you-earn-tax-free-2026/https://tax47.app/blog/how-much-can-you-earn-tax-free-2026/Find out exactly how much income is tax-free in 2026 by filing status. Covers the standard deduction, 0% capital gains, Social Security thresholds, and more.Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://tax47.app/blog/2026-federal-tax-brackets/https://tax47.app/blog/2026-federal-tax-brackets/2026 federal tax bracket tables for all filing statuses. See the 7 marginal rates, standard deductions, SALT cap, and changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT