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Barry Dolowich, tax tips: Deduction for sales taxes

Sales tax was a deduction until the 1986 Tax Reform Act “simplified” the tax system.
Seniors in these states could save hundreds of dollars each year thanks to the repeal of state taxes on Social Security ...
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How to calculate sales tax

Master how to calculate sales tax and find out how much you'll really pay. Includes tips, examples and local tax rate info.
Federal tax policy often dominates headlines, especially since President Donald Trump and the GOP enacted a sweeping tax overhaul last year. But many people don't realize that state tax laws tend to ...
The sales tax deduction lets you deduct the state and local sales taxes you’ve paid during the year, but only if you itemize your deductions. If you live in a state with no income tax or made a large ...
The 2025-2026 tax season begins on Monday, Jan. 26, and the filing deadline is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Important documents for filing may include forms like W-2, 1099-NEC for freelance work, and ...
January 26 marks the official start date of the 2026 tax filing season, when the IRS will begin accepting and processing 2025 tax returns. April 15 is the filing deadline. Tax experts, including the ...