Qualified Tips Deduction: IRS Final Rule & Occupations List 2026
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Qualified Tips Deduction: IRS Final Rule & Occupations List 2026

Which jobs qualify for the new qualified tips deduction under OBBBA? The IRS final rule under Section 224 lists 68 tipped occupations across 8 categories — from servers and bartenders to barbers, delivery drivers, golf caddies, and digital content creators — capped at $25,000 per year through 2028. The long-awaited IRS final regulations on the…

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“Don’t pay tax on your tips” – How to Claim the New $25,000 IRS Tax Break

  Can I get a tax deduction for my tip income? You might be in luck! The IRS has proposed new rules for a “Qualified Tips” deduction that could put thousands of dollars back in your pocket. Let’s break down exactly what this means for you. Have you ever finished a long shift, looked at…