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EconomySALT cap has couples weighing divorce or skipping marriage to save $20,000

The higher federal cap on the state and local tax deduction applies equally to single filers and married couples. Some high earners are considering ways around the marriage penalty, including divorce or not marrying, to save $20,000.

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BBloomberg News★★☆☆☆2026-10-09 14:00Original

SALT cap has couples weighing divorce or skipping marriage to save $20,000
SALT cap has couples weighing divorce or skipping marriage to save $20,000Economy