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New 90% Gambling Loss Cap Stings Bettors in 2026
The 'One Big Beautiful Bill' capped gambling loss deductions at 90%, meaning you'll owe taxes on phantom winnings. But the $2K slot threshold helps.
The Degenerate StaffJan 13, 2026
The 'One Big Beautiful Bill' capped gambling loss deductions at 90%, meaning you'll owe taxes on phantom winnings. But the $2K slot threshold helps.
New tax law caps gambling loss deductions at 90% of winnings. If you're a high-volume bettor, the IRS just made your life significantly worse.
Two major gambling tax changes take effect January 1: the slot jackpot reporting threshold rises to $2,000, and gambling loss deductions drop to 90%.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act cuts your gambling loss deduction from 100% to 90%, creating taxable 'phantom income' starting in 2026. Here's what it means.