3 stories from the week to February 1, 2026, in the order they matter to someone who pays the top rate.
January 28, 2026
The National Taxpayer Advocate's annual report to Congress says a 27% smaller IRS, paired with dozens of new retroactive tax rules, will make 2026 harder for any filer who runs into a problem.
Los Angeles' Measure ULA has collected more than $1 billion for affordable housing since 2023, and the City Council just declined to fast-track exemptions sought by developers and homeowners.
DAFgiving360 donors alone granted $9.9 billion to charity in 2025, up 28%, as wealthy households front-loaded appreciated-stock gifts ahead of OBBBA's new floor and cap on charitable deductions.
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