Financial Glossary

Definitions of common financial and tax terms to help you understand your paycheck and taxes.

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Exemption

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A reduction in taxable income granted for taxpayers and their dependents. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act eliminated personal exemptions from 2018 through 2025.