Filing Taxes
Filing taxes is an annual chore, and the tax code is complicated. Find tax forms and advice you need to file your tax return this year and pay the IRS.
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Latest Tax Filing Articles
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Filing taxes late? Here’s how to get started
Start by determining when you last filed taxes. Here’s how to get help.
2 min read Oct 20, 2021 -
Do I need to file a tax return?
Even though you didn’t earn any wages, it might make sense to file a return. Here’s why.
2 min read Sep 09, 2021 -
What if employer didn’t turn in payroll tax?
If your employer didn’t pay the IRS, you can still claim withheld taxes. Here’s what to do.
2 min read Oct 23, 2019 -
Black Farmers Settlement proceeds taxable?
Find out if the proceeds of a discrimination settlement are taxable.
2 min read Dec 17, 2020 -
What to do about an IRS notice on taxes due
The IRS notice may be a mistake, but you need to get to the bottom of this.
2 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
Mom is worried about tax hit from annuity
Now that you have invested in a tax-deferred annuity, don’t let the tax issue consume you.
2 min read Sep 03, 2021 -
Reporting interest from foreign financial assets
The forms are similar, but each has different requirements for filing them.
3 min read Sep 23, 2021 -
Reporting taxes for installment sale, gain
The tax you pay today depends on what you reported to the IRS when you sold the home.
2 min read Sep 03, 2021 -
First time figuring estimated tax payments
You can use safe harbor guidelines to estimate tax payments or use an alternative method.
2 min read Dec 08, 2020 -
Must we file taxes for rental property?
Though your property may be a money pit, you may still have to file taxes every year.
2 min read Nov 24, 2020 -
Spouse abuse victim unsure of filing status
You can’t file as head of household this year, but you may do so in future years.
2 min read Feb 03, 2021 -
Filing past due tax returns from 2007
First find the copies of your last tax returns, as they can help you figure out where to start.
2 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
Taxes on Social Security disability income
You had to jump through hoops to qualify for SSDI; now you have to jump over tax hurdles.
4 min read Sep 23, 2021 -
Claim my 19-year-old qualifying dependent?
You can claim your son as a dependent, but if he had taxes withheld, he should file a return.
1 min read Jul 06, 2020 -
Same tax issues now for same-sex couples
The tax system will treat same-sex married couples more fairly in states that recognize same-sex marriage.
5 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
Taxed for debt cancellation from 1991
Get with the lender that issued Form 1099-C for the 1991 charge-off. If that fails, hire help.
2 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
W-2 forms now detail health care costs
Form W-2 statements now detail the cost of employer-provided health care coverage.
2 min read Feb 08, 2024 -
Can live-in employee be head of household?
If the worker lives in her employer’s home, she cannot claim head of household status.
2 min read Dec 16, 2021 -
Quiz: Check out your ‘fiscal cliff’ knowledge
We’re hurtling toward the ‘fiscal cliff.’ How much do you know about this looming crisis?
1 min read Jul 07, 2020 -
Taxes: Cost of being a professional athlete
Did you know pro athletes have to file taxes in 10 to 26 places? See what the ‘jock tax’ costs.
5 min read Feb 08, 2022