Own a small business? This 2026 tax deduction could reduce your taxable income by up to 20%
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- ✓Small-business owners could get a valuable tax break in 2026 through the qualified business income deduction.
- ✓Eligible pass-through businesses may deduct up to 20% of qualified income.
- ✓TurboTax said the deduction became permanent beginning in 2026.
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- Economic Times
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- India Economy
Small business tax break 2026: Small-business owners could get a valuable tax break in 2026 through the qualified business income deduction. Eligible pass-through businesses may deduct up to 20% of qualified income, but income thresholds, phase-in rules and additional limits for certain service businesses can affect how much taxpayers can claim.
Small business tax break 2026: If you own a pass-through business or are self-employed, the qualified business income deduction could affect your 2026 tax return. The deduction can be worth up to 20% of qualified business income, while income thresholds and other rules change for the new tax year.
The QBI deduction is sticking aroundThe qualified business income deduction, or Section 199A deduction, is available to eligible owners of pass-through businesses.
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