Taxes Basics
When are my taxes due?
The deadline for filing your 2020 taxes is April 15, 2021. Here’s what else to know.
Best tax software
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The average tax refund
The IRS has issued more than 168 million refunds for the 2019 tax year. Here’s how much money was refunded.
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2016 tax bracket rates
Check out the individual income tax rates and earnings to which they apply for 2016.
1 min read Dec 11, 2017
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Will the GOP tax plan make you more financially secure?
Take a closer look on how the GOP tax reforms might impact your life.
3 min read Dec 07, 2017
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Will the GOP tax reform make it easier to file your return?
Congress wanted to make filing taxes easier, but reform might also make you pay more.
2 min read Nov 17, 2017
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Do you qualify for the lifetime learning credit?
Did you know you can save on taxes if you qualify for the lifetime learning credit?
3 min read Nov 14, 2017
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Still haven’t filed? Here’s how to get an income tax extension
Applying for an extension is easy. Just don’t put off paying your tax bill.
2 min read Nov 10, 2017
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Will the Republican tax plan help or hurt your family? It depends
The latest tax proposal has murky math for families. See how it adds up for you.
3 min read Nov 06, 2017
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How homeowners lose out in the Republican tax plan
The tax overhaul would gut some popular tax breaks on your home. What should you do?
2 min read Nov 02, 2017
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Under the Republican tax plan, would you want to become a company?
The proposal could cut business taxes to levels tempting for individual taxpayers.
3 min read Nov 02, 2017
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How tax reform could rattle your retirement planning
The Trump plan might bring big changes to the way 401(k) contributions are taxed.
2 min read Oct 23, 2017
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3 ways the Trump tax plan could shake up your finances
Though it’s skimpy on details, the tax overhaul could alter your financial life.
2 min read Sep 29, 2017