Income Tax Rules Are Changing. Get the Essential Info Before You File Your Tax Return

For those who like to file their US federal income taxes (and receive their tax refund) early, your time is nearly here. The official IRS tax season will begin near the end of January, and W-2 forms will start arriving in inboxes and mailboxes over the next few weeks.

To prepare for the 2026 tax season, you should take note of the major 2025 federal income tax changes. Many of these new tax rules stem from the comprehensive legislation called the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (also known as H.R. 1) that…