Families in Westlake give generously and consistently, supporting their churches, the local schools, youth sports, and the causes that shape the community. Most write checks throughout the year and never think about the tax side of that generosity. That habit feels simple, but it often costs more than it should.
The Tax Cuts & Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) capped the deduction of state and local taxes at $10,000 for tax years 2018-2025. This most affected the states that have high property taxes, in that, if you paid $15,000 in property taxes for the year, you could only deduct up