Although my predictions for 2026 come with an asterisk because it is impossible to forecast the future accurately, and black swan events can throw a wrench into everything, here are a few predictions for the year ahead.

Regarding the affordability crisis, the political buzz term of 2025, my inner crystal ball tells me that things should improve for hard-working Americans. For starters, in 2026, lower- and middle-class Americans, those most affected by the chronic cost-of-living increase over the past few years, will receive welcome news when they file their federal taxes........

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