Deciding how to file your taxes as a married couple can have a meaningful impact on your return. Depending on your situation, ...

The standard deduction for a widow over 65 can be higher than that of the average taxpayer. This has the potential to lower your taxable income and reduce your federal tax bill. This is because widows ...

You might find that your most fruitful tax breaks aren’t hiding in itemized deductions — but they might be waiting for you after age 65. Data from the IRS shows that 90% of taxpayers choose the ...