In short, living in NJ, despite the lower tax rate and higher child tax credits, I lost almost $30000 in deductions ($8000 in SALT, $22000 in exemptions - Line 42 from 2017 1040 form).. It resulted in a tax increase of $5000 over 2017.
Fortunately I got solar panels in 2018 and I got a nice credit that offset the tax balance and I still got a refund.
I also lowered my exemptions on my W4 so I can be more reasy for 2019 returns.