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title: "2024 Tax Relief for Older Adults: A Basic Guide to Benefits"
description: Updated for the 2024 tax year, this guide will help older adults become aware of new tax deductions they’re entitled to and provide tips to avoid scams.
image: https://resources.kao.kendal.org/hubfs/Taxes%202024.png
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# **Tax Relief for Older Adults:**

## A Basic Guide to Benefits

 

 

*Published January 2025*

With the constant change of tax laws, it's important to stay current with the latest guidance. 

Whether you prefer to file your own taxes or rely on help from a trusted financial advisor, this guide can help you understand the tax benefits and deductions that are available to older adults.

**Inside this guide, you’ll get a detailed overview on:**

![Taxes 2024-2](https://resources.kao.kendal.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Taxes%202024-2.webp?width=345&height=358&name=Taxes%202024-2.webp)

## • How to take advantage of tax deductions

## • What has changed from previous tax years?

## • How to avoid tax scams

## • Tax documents to bring to an appointment with your tax preparer

## • How long to hold on to tax documents

We hope you find the *Tax Relief for Older Adults* guide helpful. Kendal at Oberlin is a vibrant senior living community in Oberlin, Ohio. 

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