07/31/2025
Big Tax News π
The OB3 Act just passed and itβs giving a major break to people who earn tips or overtime β but only from 2025 to 2028. Hereβs what you need to know:
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Up to $25,000 in overtime and tips may be TAX-FREE (no federal income tax)
π‘ Applies if your job customarily receives tips (servers, bartenders, caddies, car wash attendants, etc.)
π§Ύ Must be reported on your W-2 to qualify (no under-the-table income)
π« Automatic gratuities donβt count (like the 18% added to large tables)
β οΈ Still subject to Social Security & Medicare taxes (F**A)
π Phases out if you make more than:
β’ $150K (individual)
β’ $300K (married filing jointly)