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What’s New for the 2020 Tax Year?

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on January 15, 2021
Last modified: January 18, 2021
2020 tax year

Here’s the breakdown of all the changes.

Standard deduction

For the 2020 tax year, the standard deduction amounts have increased. Here are the amounts below.

  • Single or Married filing separately – $12,400
  • Married filing jointly and Qualifying widow(er) – $24,800
  • Head of Household – $18,650

For taxpayers who are blind or at least 65 years old, they can claim an additional standard deduction. The standard deduction is $1,300 and $1,650 for the single or head of household filing status.

Taxpayers who are both blind and of eligible age receive a doubled additional standard deduction.

Recovery Rebate Credit (Stimulus Payment)

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Prepare for Tax Year 2020

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on September 11, 2020
Last modified: September 11, 2020
2020 tax bracket

The IRS already announced the inflation adjustments for next year.

Although the e-file and extension deadline is in a month, the year is almost gone. 2020 has been more than a roller coaster ride, and the next tax season is only a few months away.

Many taxpayers may wonder how their stimulus payments affect your 2020 taxes, if they’re in the same tax bracket, and changes for the 2021 tax season. Keep on reading to find out.

How stimulus payments will affect your tax return

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When does the additional $300 unemployment benefit begin?

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on August 25, 2020
Last modified: August 25, 2020
$300 unemployment benefit

Jobless Americans are worrying about their unemployment benefits.

Since the extra $600 weekly benefit disappeared, their income is significantly less. Those who are out of work depend on their unemployment income to pay their bills.

Recently, President Donald Trump issued a measure for $400 per week to aid Americans.

However, instead, it’s an additional $300 unemployment benefit. States should provide the extra $100, but it’s up to them to distribute this.

Eligibility

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Economic Stimulus Payments: The Get My Payment Tool vs Non-Filers Tool

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on June 4, 2020
Last modified: June 12, 2020
economic stimulus payments

There has been a lot of confusion regarding economic stimulus payments.

Many are wondering which tool to choose when they go to the IRS website to track their stimulus payment. There are two tools, the Get My Payment Tool and the Non-Filers Tool. Both tools have different requirements.

Which tool do I use?

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