Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

A 1099 tax form is a statement that details an amount of money that you were paid. Learn about this important tax document ...

President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill was signed into law on July 4, 2025. It enacted new tax deduction rules for many Americans, including seniors and certain workers. Changes include no taxes ...

The IRS started accepting tax returns on Jan. 27 — and by the April 15 federal deadline, the agency expects to receive more than 140 million individual tax returns. That means millions of people will ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program ...

Tax season's about to open amid some of the biggest tax law changes since 2017. Is that a reason to hire a pro or will DYI cut it? Here's how to know.

"Why didn’t they teach this in school?” is a common thought when it comes to filing personal income taxes. Taxes are often one of the most complex and least understood aspects of personal finance. For ...

While it’s true that you want to keep essential records, don’t be afraid to toss out what you don't need. Here's your quick guide to what to keep and what to throw out after Tax Day. Some taxpayers ...

The 2025 tax season will have its quirks, gimmicks and gotchas. But right now anyway, many experts say most people should expect to see a timely tax refund. Fingers crossed. Taxpayers will still need ...

The Internal Revenue Service announced in early January that it would start receiving tax returns on Monday for the 2025 tax season. Taxpayers in 25 states will be able to file directly with the IRS ...

It happens more often than you might think. Life gets busy, finances get complicated and suddenly, a year (or more) goes by without filing your tax return. Whatever the reason, though having unfiled ...

Clients will need more help than usual this tax season, as last summer’s H.R. 1, P.L. 119-21, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, made federal taxes more complicated for many individuals. The law ...