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2026 Tax Planning & OBBBA Updates | Hance Financial

Written by John Hance, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU® | Mar 13, 2026 4:42:18 PM

2026 Strategic Update

The 2026 Tax Landscape:
Navigating the "OBBBA"

The tax code hasn't just changed—it has been re-engineered. With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) in effect, your strategy requires a Deterministic Roadmap.

The Hance Pillar Approach to Taxes

Pillar 1: Deduction Optimization

With standard deductions at $32,200 (MJF) and a new $40,000 SALT cap, we determine the most efficient filing path for your household.

Pillar 2: Strategic Wealth Buckets

Maximize 401(k) limits ($24,500) and aged 60–63 catch-ups ($35,750) by prioritizing the right tax buckets (Roth vs. Traditional).

Pillar 3: Estate & Legacy Certainty

With a permanent $15M exemption, we ensure your legacy is protected under the new thresholds in coordination with your legal team.

Critical 2026 Quick-Reference & RMD Table

Category 2026 Baseline
Standard Deduction $32,200 (Joint) / $16,100 (Single)
Senior Bonus (65+) +$12,000 (Joint) / +$6,000 (Single)
RMD Starting Age 73 (Increases to 75 in 2033)
IRA Limits $7,500 ($8,600 for age 50+)

2026 Uniform Lifetime Table

Age Divisor Age Divisor Age Divisor
73 26.5 83 17.7 93 10.1
74 25.5 84 16.8 94 9.5
75 24.6 85 16.0 95 8.9
76 23.7 86 15.2 96 8.4
77 22.9 87 14.4 97 7.8
78 22.0 88 13.7 98 7.3
79 21.1 89 12.9 99 6.8
80 20.2 90 12.2 100 6.4
81 19.4 91 11.5  
82 18.5 92 10.8  

Retire with Confidence.
Get Your 2026 Tax Guide.