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A tax loophole is a way to avoid paying some or all of your taxes without breaking the law. It's like finding a secret passage that lets you get around the rules without getting in trouble. These loopholes are often found in the tax code, which is a set of rules that tell you how much money you have to pay the government each year. Some people use these loopholes to pay less taxes than they should, while others try to close them to make sure everyone pays their fair share.
A tax loophole is a way to legally avoid or reduce income taxes by taking advantage of an ambiguity, omission, or exception in the tax code. It allows taxpayers to avoid or reduce taxes without breaking any laws.
These examples illustrate how tax loopholes can be used to legally avoid or reduce taxes. However, some people argue that these loopholes are unfair and should be closed to ensure that everyone pays their fair share of taxes.