Retirees' returns are rejected, and some workers face surprise tax bills because of problems with stimulus measures.
The agency doesn't look kindly on the "taxes are voluntary" and other frivolous arguments against paying.
Letting the fire department burn down your old house to clear land for McMansion is usually deductible.
Anyone who makes up to $57,000 a year can use Free File. But you still might want to visit an accountant.
Here's how the IRS picks tax returns to examine more closely.
Add up deductions, credits for children, a few other credits and soon you're up to $79,000 in tax-free income.
Lawyer went all the way to Tax Court with attempt to write off prostitutes and porn as medical deductions.
Instead of getting a tax refund, you can keep the money to use during the year.
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