A tax break feels solid and dependable right up until the moment it disappears. One overlooked renewal notice, one unchecked box, one missed filing, and the benefit you counted on can evaporate, leaving you with a larger bill and a smaller sense of control.
Exemptions do not last forever simply because you qualified once. Many of them demand attention, documentation, and timely action. If you assume they renew themselves automatically, you gamble with money that you worked hard to keep.
