A tax credit reduces the amount a person owes in income taxes dollar-for-dollar. Some tax credits are even refundable, meaning if a person's tax bill is less than the amount of a refundable credit, they can get the difference back in their refund. The One, Big,...
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Why Isn’t Federal Withholding Coming Out of My Paycheck?
One of the most common questions employees ask when reviewing their pay stub is: “Why isn’t any federal income tax being withheld from my paycheck?” While it can feel alarming, there are several legitimate reasons this can happen. Understanding the “why” can help...
Questions and answers about the new deduction for qualified overtime compensation
This Fact Sheet provides answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the new deduction for qualified overtime compensation, such as who may be eligible to claim the deduction, including federal employees, and where to find supplemental information on...


