
Taxes are about as welcome as a root canal. But if you itemize tax deductions—rather than take the standard deduction—there are some surprisingly pain-free opportunities to keep more of your hard-earned dollars away from the IRS.
These tax hacks go well beyond the usual suspects, like mortgage interest or charitable donations. I’m talking about hidden gems that could make a real difference on your tax filing: summer camp expenses, energy efficient home improvements, and classes on the Potterverse.