Volunteer and community programs will help you with your taxes, though some set income limits or deal only with simple returns. Anyone can file free online.
If you went to college, hired child care or moved, you may be able to deduct at least some of your expenses. See other lesser-known deductions you don't want to overlook.
Follow these strategies to keep your air-conditioning costs down as the temperature rises this summer.
What if you win? Here are some things to consider before buying tickets for the $500 million jackpot with co-workers.
Conventional financial wisdom says it's better to adjust withholding than to get a big refund. Here are five reasons why a refund is good.
Which form you use to file your taxes depends on your circumstances. The simpler forms can only be used for simpler returns, for example.
If you made a mistake, you have several years to file an amended return. But you may owe a penalty if you underpaid your federal tax.
New rules for reporting payments to companies and vendors could trip up small businesses. The IRS' goal is to catch tax cheats.
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