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The IRS has announced that it will begin accepting and processing individual federal tax returns for the 2026 tax season starting on January 26.

Here are a few important points to keep in mind:
➡️ Most individual returns are due by April 15 to avoid penalties and interest.
➡️ Filing early may help reduce delays related to processing or identity verification.
➡️ Refund amounts can vary based on withholding and recent tax law changes.

As tax season gets underway, reminders like these can help individuals stay aware of important dates and avoid last-minute filing challenges.

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IRS will start accepting tax returns Jan. 26 for the 2026 tax season The 2026 tax season starts on Jan. 26, according to the IRS. Here are some key things filers need to know.

As “Revenge Savings” sweeps the nation, keep in mind these words of encouragement from Warren Buffett.

At times, 2025 felt like an extraordinary year for stock investors. From tariff uncertainty to international tensions to drama at the Fed, 2025 felt like no other year before. But in hindsight, 2025 was pretty ordinary. In fact, from a volatility perspective, there was nothing special about 2025 at all. In fact, through November, there were three drops of five percent and one drop of more than 20 percent. Both numbers generally line up with historical trends.

Have you ever heard of the bucket strategy? With this approach, you segment your retirement expenses into three buckets, attempting to match income sources to essential expenses.

The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, signed in 2025, introduces several new provisions that may shape charitable giving in the years ahead:
▪️Beginning in 2026, non-itemizers may deduct up to $1,000 ($2,000 for couples) for cash donations to qualified charities.

Some limits apply, so it may be a good time to discuss the changes with your tax, legal, or accounting professional.

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Charitable giving has ripple effects across communities. Nearly 1 in 3 donors say they'd give more if their employer offered a match, and 84% say they're more likely to give when matching is available. Awareness can make all the difference.

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