https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/salt-tax-cap-has-couples-considering-divorce-or-skipping-marriage-to-save-20-000Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/salt-tax-cap-has-couples-considering-divorce-or-skipping-marriage-to-save-20-000https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/salt-tax-cap-has-couples-considering-divorce-or-skipping-marriage-to-save-20-000#u118774Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:22:06 +0000The 2026 SALT tax cap of $40,400 is influencing couples' decisions on marriage and divorce, with some considering skipping marriage or divorcing to save up to $20,000 in taxes. The cap, raised from previous years, limits deductions for state and local taxes, affecting high-earning couples in high-tax states. Experts advise on maximizing the tax break before year-end.Why it mattersThe SALT deduction limit has significant implications for taxpayers, particularly in high-tax states. The cap affects couples with high state and local tax burdens, potentially leading to substantial tax savings