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Preparing for Tax Season: How to Maximize Your Savings

The new year is upon us, bringing tax season ever closer. For many, this means facing the daunting task of gathering financial records for your tax appointment—whether it takes place in person, via videoconference, or over the phone. The ease of this process largely depends on your record-keeping habits throughout the year. Regardless of your past practices, being thoroughly prepared enables us to devote more time to:

  • Exploring every potential legal deduction,

  • Determining optimal income reporting methods and deductions for your particular situation,

  • Reviewing any recent legislative changes impacting your tax status, and

  • Discussing tax planning strategies that could minimize future tax liabilities.

What’s New for 2025 – The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) ushers in several updates for this tax year, including the following key changes:

  • No Tax on Tips: A deductible up to $25,000 is allowed for qualifying cash tips in occupations that traditionally receive tips. This deduction phases out beyond certain income thresholds, which makes it essential for both itemizers and those taking standard deductions. Look for statements accompanying tips on your W-2 for 2025.

  • No Tax on Qualified Overtime: Enjoy a new deduction for overtime pay that can amount to $12,500 for singles or $25,000 for joint filers. This deduction aims to benefit workers exceeding the regular pay rate.

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Making the Most of Tax Planning – Understanding various methods for handling income and deductions is crucial. The choices made during return preparation can affect not just the current year, but future returns as well. Considerations include:

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  • Property Sales: Learn how installment sales might allow you to spread gain reporting over time.

  • Depreciation Flexibility: Choose between spreading depreciation deductions across multiple years or expensing certain items immediately.

At TaxDrx, we prioritize educating our clients to simplify their tax preparation and optimize their financial outcomes. Our mission is to navigate you through tax complexities while uncovering every opportunity for tax savings. Whether it’s refining entity structures or spotting missed deductions, our forward-thinking, client-centric approach is designed to save you money and reduce stress.

Getting Started – January is the perfect time to begin organizing your tax documentation. Establish a secure area for vital records—whether it’s a file drawer or an electronic folder—to store documents as you receive them.

  • Organize Records: Separate records by category—income, medical receipts, mortgage statements, etc.—to facilitate ease of access.

  • Consider Digital Assets: With IRS focus on digital currencies, ensure all transactions are well-documented and reported.

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Our highly responsive team, led by seasoned strategist Hudson Etienne, guides you with a hybrid approach that melds technology with personal interaction, providing both virtual and in-person solutions tailored to your needs.

Begin your tax journey early to reduce stress and maximize your savings. For detailed tax preparation guidance or to discuss how recent tax changes affect you, reach out to TaxDrx today. Simplify your financial life and tap into long-term savings with expert advice designed for you.

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