By the Time Tax Season Starts, Most Tax Decisions Are Already Made

By the Time Tax Season Starts, Most Tax Decisions Are Already Made

By the Time Tax Season Starts, Most Tax Decisions Are Already MadeSteve Perry
Published on: 21/01/2026

Tax season does not create tax outcomes. It reports decisions already made throughout the year. This article explains why filing season offers limited flexibility and how taxpayers can use it to identify risks before the next cycle begins.

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