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09/21/2026

Filing Electronically With Direct Deposit Is the Fastest Way to Get Your Refund

E-file with direct deposit and you could see your refund in as few as 8 days. Paper returns? That can take 6–8 weeks or longer.

The IRS processes over 90% of returns electronically. It's faster, more secure, and less likely to have errors. Make the smart choice this tax season!

Ready to e-file? Let's get started!

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09/20/2026

Gambling Winnings Are Taxable — Yes, Even Casino and Lottery

Hit the jackpot at the casino or won the lottery? All gambling winnings are taxable income, and the IRS requires you to report them. You'll receive a Form W-2G for winnings above certain
thresholds.

You CAN deduct gambling losses up to the amount of your winnings — but only if you itemize.
Keep records of your losses!

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09/19/2026

Education Credits Can Offset College Costs

Paying for college? Two valuable tax credits can help:

American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC): up to $2,500 per student, 40% refundable
Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC): up to $2,000 per return for tuition and fees

Even if you don't owe taxes, the AOTC can give you up to $1,000 back. Don't miss out on education tax breaks!

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09/18/2026

You May Be Required to Make Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments

Self-employed, a freelancer, or earning income that doesn't have taxes withheld? You may need to pay quarterly estimated taxes due in April, June, September, and January.

If you skip these and owe more than $1,000 at tax time, you could face underpayment penalties. Don't get caught off guard — plan ahead!

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09/17/2026

The First-Time Homebuyer Credit Is Gone — But Other Breaks Exist

While the famous first-time homebuyer credit ended years ago, buying a home still has tax advantages:

Mortgage interest deduction (if you itemize)
Property tax deduction (subject to $10,000 SALT cap)
Points paid on your mortgage may be deductible
No tax on profit from selling your home (up to $250,000 single / $500,000 married)

Homeownership comes with real tax perks — let's talk about yours!

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09/16/2026

Charitable Donations Are Only Deductible If You Itemize

Gave to charity this year? You can deduct charitable contributions but ONLY if you itemize your deductions. If you take the standard deduction, charitable giving doesn't reduce your
taxable income.

For 2025, you'd need total itemized deductions exceeding $15,000 (single) or $30,000 (married) to make itemizing worthwhile.

Always get a receipt for donations over $250!

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09/15/2026

You Can Deduct Medical Expenses Above 7.5% of Your AGI

Medical bills piling up? You may be able to deduct unreimbursed medical expenses that exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI). This includes:

Doctor and hospital visits
Prescription medications
Dental and vision care
Medical equipment and supplies

You'll need to itemize deductions to claim this. Let's see if it's worth it for you!

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09/14/2026

Self-Employment Tax Is 15.3% on Top of Income Tax

When you work for an employer, they split your Social Security and Medicare taxes with you.
When you're self-employed, you pay BOTH halves — that's 15.3% on top of your regular income tax.

But here's the good news: you can deduct half of that as an adjustment to income. Planning ahead makes a big difference!

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09/13/2026

You Can Amend a Return Up to 3 Years Later

Made a mistake on a past tax return? Forgot to include income or missed a deduction? You can file Form 1040-X to amend your return and you have up to 3 years from the original filing date
to do it.

It's never too late to fix it and possibly get a bigger refund!

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09/12/2026

Your Tax Bracket Is NOT What You Pay on Everything

A common misconception: if you're in the 24% tax bracket, you don't pay 24% on ALL your income. The U.S. uses a progressive system, meaning you pay each rate only on the portion of
income that falls in that bracket.

So moving into a higher bracket doesn't mean your entire income gets taxed more. Know how brackets actually work!

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