Tax guidance and resources

Looking for advice on lowering your federal or state taxes? You’ve come to the right place. Plus, get news and advice related to tax brackets, property taxes, estate taxes and more.

Taxes Basics

Missed tax deadline: What to do

If you haven’t filed your taxes yet, don’t panic — but act fast.

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How to file for a tax extension

Applying for more time to file your taxes is easy. Just don’t put off paying your tax bill.

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Tax deadlines for 2022

The fast-approaching deadline for filing your 2021 taxes is April 18, 2022.

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Long-term capital gains tax basics

Certain windfalls are considered capital gains. Here’s how to determine what you’ll owe.

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Standard deduction amount for 2021-2022: How much it is and when to take it

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What happens if you don’t file taxes?

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NFT tax guide: 6 top tips for non-fungible token creators and investors

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Child and dependent care tax credit: Who qualifies and how to get up to $8,000 in credits

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Are personal loans taxable and considered income?

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Investing

What is the net investment income tax and who has to pay it?

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Investing

Need to report cryptocurrency on your taxes? Here’s how to use Form 8949 to do it

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Taxes

Filing your taxes soon? Here’s how COVID-19 relief could affect what you owe

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Latest Articles

How to use a personal loan to pay your tax bill

If you owe money to the IRS, you may want to consider taking out a personal loan.

5 min read Nov 02, 2021
What is adjusted gross income (AGI)?

Your adjusted gross income is unique to you and can be found on your Form 1040.

2 min read Nov 02, 2021
2020-2021 gift tax rate: What it is, how it works and who has to pay it

The gift tax imposes a tax on large gifts, preventing large transfers of wealth without any tax implications.

4 min read Nov 02, 2021
Arizona state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

Arizona has four income tax brackets for filers.

2 min read Nov 01, 2021
What tax credits can I qualify for this year?

Tax credits can create substantial savings on your taxes.

5 min read Nov 01, 2021
Wash-sale rule: What to avoid when selling your investments for a tax loss

Here’s what a wash sale is and how to easily avoid it while securing your tax write-off.

5 min read Oct 28, 2021
What is the penalty for failure to file taxes?

IRS penalties for failure to file or pay taxes are onerous. Here’s what you must do.

2 min read Oct 22, 2021
When to hire a tax attorney

A tax attorney can help with trust and estate planning, settling tax disputes and more.

3 min read Oct 22, 2021
What is net income? Definition and how to calculate it

Net income provides a more accurate account of the financial status. Here’s why.

2 min read Oct 22, 2021
How to write off bad debt

There are a few ways to offset losses from business debt or nonbusiness debt.

4 min read Oct 18, 2021