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.
Tax Basics
Latest Tax Filing Articles
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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 May 15, 2014 -
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 Apr 15, 2014 -
Is age a factor for Social Security tax?
Age has no bearing on whether you owe taxes, but your income and filing status do.
2 min read Apr 10, 2014 -
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 Apr 08, 2014 -
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 Jan 21, 2014 -
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 Sep 10, 2013 -
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 Aug 31, 2013 -
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 Apr 02, 2013 -
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 Mar 15, 2013 -
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 Feb 14, 2013