2025 Tax Changes You Need to Know Before Filing

Sudip Sengupta

January 12, 2026

10 Major 2025 Tax Changes You Need to Know Before Filing

3. Homeowners Get a Big SALT Break

Homeowners Get a Big SALT Break
Homeowners Get a Big SALT Break

A major win for homeowners in high-tax states

The cap on deducting state and local taxes (SALT) rises sharply from $10,000 to $40,000 ($20,000 if married filing separately).

This includes:

  • State income or sales taxes
  • Local taxes
  • Property taxes

Pros

  • Significant relief for homeowners
  • Makes itemizing worthwhile again for many
  • Especially helpful in high-tax states

Cons

  • Limited for very high-income earners
  • No benefit if you take the standard deduction

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