Explore practical strategies with presenter Randy Adams, EA, MSA, for maximizing deductions and reducing taxable income on Form 1040, with a focus on key tax law changes for 2025 and 2026. This course reviews updates to standard and itemized deductions, retirement and charitable planning, dependent and education credits, business deductions, and new provisions affecting tips, overtime, car loan interest, educator expenses, and ABLE accounts. Through real-world examples, tax return preparers will learn to identify planning opportunities, compare deduction strategies, and help clients make informed decisions that support their short- and long-term financial goals.