December 30, 2025
2026 Mileage Rates Announced
If you use your personal vehicle for ministry, business, charitable work, medical appointments, or certain moving situations, you may qualify for a mileage deduction on your tax return. The IRS allows taxpayers to deduct vehicle expenses when the driving is directly connected to specific qualifying purposes, and mileage is often
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December 29, 2025
Understanding 529 Plan Withdrawals
How 529 Withdrawals Work Before you withdraw anything, you must verify that the expense meets IRS rules for qualified education expenses. These include: Tuition & mandatory fees At any accredited college, university, trade school, or graduate program. Room & board Student must be enrolled at least half-time. Books, supplies: You
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December 29, 2025
2025 Year-End Tax Strategies
Year‑End Tax Strategies: A Practical Checklist As the end of December approaches, here are key tax‑saving moves to review and complete before year‑end. Make Charitable Contributions Individuals may generally deduct charitable gifts up to 50% of their adjusted gross income. Donate unused household items or clothing to qualified charities; keep
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