Tax 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
Here are our top picks for tax software, including free and paid options.
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.
Latest Tax Credit Articles
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Foreign taxes can reduce your U.S. tax bill
If you paid foreign taxes, you have a choice on how to use them to cut your U.S. tax bill.
2 min read Mar 25, 2008
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Name and Social Security number coordination
A mismatch between a name and a Social Security number on a tax return could mean costly problems.
2 min read Mar 14, 2008
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IRS can help you look after the kids
If you paid someone to care for a dependent so you could work, a special tax credit could cut your IRS bill.
5 min read Mar 03, 2008
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Tax credit now for savings made for retirement
For lower income filers, money put away for your retirement could cut today’s tax bill.
4 min read Feb 25, 2008
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Getting the most from itemized deductions
Tallying up all your expenses can help you cut your tax bill, especially if you claim every deduction the IRS allows.
6 min read Feb 19, 2008
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Qualifying for earned income credit
Workers have to qualify for earned income credit, says CPA George Saenz.
1 min read Jan 30, 2008
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10 must-know tax terms
These common IRS words and phrases will help you get started talking taxes.
3 min read Jan 12, 2008
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2008 tax bracket rates
Here are ordinary taxable income brackets for use in filing 2007 tax returns due April 15, 2009.
0 min read Jan 09, 2008
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7 tax-filing moves you can make now
The first of Bankrate’s daily tax tips offers seven tasks you can take care of now instead of later.
3 min read Jan 02, 2008
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Bankrate’s 2009 Tax Guide
Bankrate’s 2009 Tax Guide provides all the tools and information you need to successfully file your 2008 return.
1 min read Jan 02, 2008