A proper planned tax strategy will help you:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re not sure where to start, MyIVA Accounting’s Tax Preparation Services<\/a> can help you put a plan in place from the ground up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the most reliable tax strategies is contributing to a retirement plan like a 401(k) or traditional IRA,you could slash your taxable income and put a bit more money towards your golden years in the long run. Plus, these contributions usually qualify for some serious tax deductions – so you’ll pay less now and have more set aside for later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n HSAs have three awesome tax benefits: the cash you put in is tax deductible, the money it grows is tax-free, and then – if you use it for medical expenses – the withdrawals are tax-free. This makes it one of the smartest tax-savvy moves you can make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tax-loss harvesting lets you sell some of the investments that haven’t panned out so you can offset the gains on the investments that are performing well. This helps keep your overall investment income as low as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rather than giving little here and there, some smart folks bunch up their donations into one year using a donor-advised fund. This lets you sock away a big chunk of cash and boost your tax savings at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The State and Local Tax deduction lets you deduct a certain amount of state and local taxes. If you plan ahead with your property and state income taxes, an often overlooked element of effective tax strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Taxpayers have a choice to make each year: do you take the standard deduction or try to itemize – and see which one leaves you with more in your pocket. If you have expenses like mortgage interest, charitable donations or medical fees, you might be better off itemizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you convert a traditional IRA to a Roth in a year when your income is relatively low, you’ll pay less in taxes on the conversion – and Since future withdrawals from a Roth are tax-free, this is one of the smarter long-term tax strategies for retirement planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you work from home and use a dedicated space for business, you might be able to deduct a percentage of your rent, utilities and internet costs – that’s a nice little savings right there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Business owners with qualifying income may be eligible to deduct up to 20% of it under the QBI deduction. This is one of the most impactful tax strategies available for small business owners and freelancers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses can write off a big chunk of the cost of new equipment or tech purchases in the year they buy it, using bonus depreciation or the Section 179 deduction – this can be a real game-changer.Under rules updated by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, these provisions remain a powerful planning tool for 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Learn more about how this applies to your business through MyIVA Accounting’s Business Income Tax services<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re 70 1\/2 or older, you can donate directly from your IRA to a qualifying charity – this lets you reduce taxable income while still supporting a good cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n New tax laws and deductions implemented in 2026 may provide further options for tax savings. Reviewing current rules with a tax professional ensures that you take full advantage of all applicable allowances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some taxpayers in lower tax bands may be eligible for 0% long-term capital gains taxes. Selling appreciated investments strategically during these times allows you to lock in profits without incurring further tax liabilities, a well-timed move that’s central to smart tax strategies for investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some taxpayers in lower tax bands may be eligible for 0% long-term capital gains taxes. Selling appreciated investments strategically during these times allows you to lock in profits without incurring further tax liabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Flexible Spending Accounts enable employees to save pre-tax income for medical or dependent care needs. Because most FSAs have a “use-it-or-lose-it” policy, spending these funds before year-end helps to prevent losing the benefit. This is one of the simplest tax saving strategies available through most employer benefit plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Flexible Spending Accounts give all employees a chance to stash some of their income before taxes for things like doctor visits and childcare. But if you don’t use up all the funds by the end of the year, you’re basically throwing those pre-tax savings down the drain. To make the most of your FSA and keep that pre-tax benefit, try to spend down your contributions during the calendar year to avoid losing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Business owners can use this trick to offset some of the money they have to pay in taxes on their business’s profits. One way to do this is by paying dividends or salaries to family members in lower tax brackets<\/a> (that’s your spouse, kids, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Setting up a retirement plan – like a SEP-IRA<\/a>, Solo 401(k) or defined benefit plan – also lets you take even more tax-deductible contributions for yourself. And this benefits your employees too by giving them a retirement plan at work.MyIVA Accounting’s Financial Planning and Advisory Services<\/a> can help structure the right plan for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Choosing the right business type – whether it’s a S-Corp, LLC or Partnership – can make a huge difference when it comes to how your business profits are taxed. This structural decision is one of the most impactful long-term tax strategies a business owner can make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is possible to structure an Accountable Plan to provide business owners and employees with reimbursement for work related expenses such as vehicle usage, home office expenses or equipment purchases tax-free. This is a cornerstone of effective tax strategies for businesses of all sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Optimally timing the income and the expense of the business can allow for deferring income and\/or accelerating the expenses accrued toward the end of the year. This will reduce the current taxable income<\/a> of the business and therefore provide the opportunity to better manage cash flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These solutions can significantly improve overall tax efficiency and long-term financial planning for high-income individuals and developing businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n See also: Don’t Wait Until April: A Business Owner’s Guide to Year-End Tax Deductions<\/em><\/strong><\/a> \u2014 an in-depth look at year-end planning on the MyIVA Accounting blog.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n If you’re unsure whether your records are in order, MyIVA Accounting’s Bookkeeping Services<\/a> can help you stay organized year-round, not just at filing time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
The Top 15 Tax Strategies to Know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStrategy #1: Make the Most of Your Retirement Account Contributions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #2: Tap Into The Triple Tax Advantage of a Health Savings Account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #3: Use Tax Loss Harvesting to Even Out Your Investments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #4: Max Out Your Charitable Giving With a Donor-Advised Fund<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #5: Get The Most Out of The SALT Deduction In 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #6: Standard Deductions vs Itemized Deductions – Which One Pans Out For You?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #7: Do A Roth Conversion When Your Income is Low<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #8: Deduct Home Office Expenses If You Work From Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #9: Take Advantage of The Qualified Business Income Deduction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #10: Make the Most of Bonus Depreciation and Section 179<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #11: Use a Qualified Charitable Distribution to Give to Charity & Save on Taxes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #12: Take Advantage of the New 2026 Deductions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #13: Harvest Capital Gains at the 0% Rate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #14: Contribute to a 529 College Savings Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strategy #15: Use Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Before Year-End<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bonus Strategies \u2014 For High Earners & Business Owners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMake the Most of Your FSA Before Year-End:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Shift Some of Your Income to Family Members in Lower Tax Brackets:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Set Up a Business Retirement Plan & Help Your Employees Out:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pick a Business Structure That’ll Save You Some Cash:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Reduce Tax Liability: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Common Tax Strategy Deduction Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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