No tax on tips only if you make $25k a year, and you itemize your deductions – losing the standard $15k standard deduction.
In other words, YOU'VE BEEN CONNED.
In other words, YOU'VE BEEN CONNED.
Deduction Amount | Up to $25,000 in tips can be deducted from taxable income. |
Eligibility | Applies to cash tips received in occupations traditionally receiving tips. |
Income Phase-Out | The deduction phases out for individuals earning over $150,000 and joint filers over $300,000. |
Payroll Taxes | Workers will still owe payroll taxes (7.65%) for Social Security and Medicare. |
Effective Date | The law applies to the 2025 tax year and beyond. |
Deduction Amount | Up to $25,000 in tips can be deducted from taxable income. |
Eligibility | Applies to cash tips received in occupations traditionally receiving tips. |
Income Phase-Out | The deduction phases out for individuals earning over $150,000 and joint filers over $300,000. |
Payroll Taxes | Workers will still owe payroll taxes (7.65%) for Social Security and Medicare. |
Effective Date | The law applies to the 2025 tax year and beyond. |
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