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IRS: Boston-area taxpayers will get time on taxes
Internal Revenue Service says Boston-area taxpayers need time to finish their tax returns without worry following twin blasts
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Tax deadline not much of a deadline for most
No penalty for people who file late -- unless they owe money; 8 of 10 American expecting a refund
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Likely tax cheats flock South, West
Study by the National Taxpayer Advocate used confidential IRS data to show large clusters of potential tax cheats in five metro areas
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18 ways your tax refund can be used to add home value
Spend a little, or a lot, on home improvements that can help build home equity
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Taxing times: Behind the Form 1040
Anthony Mason with a history of the tax code, and Americans' hate-hate relationship with paying the price of a "civilized society"
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Tax deadline: Common questions and tips for last-minute filers
CPA Bob Meighan, VP of consumer advocacy at TurboTax, answers common questions about filing your taxes as April 15 filing deadline looms
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Tax Tips: Ways to pay your taxes
CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger explains the various payment methods accepted by the IRS.
OnApril 12, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
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Tax Tips: What to do if you can't pay
CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger talks about what to do if you can't pay your taxes by the April 15 deadline.
OnApril 11, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
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Tax Tips: How to mail your tax return
CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger lists what you need to do before you mail you tax return to the IRS.
OnApril 10, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
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The most dangerous tax mistakes
When looking for ways to maximize deductions, be careful not to do anything that might trigger an audit
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Tax Tips: How to get an extension
CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger explains how to get an extension for filing tax returns after the April 15 deadline.
OnApril 09, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
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Why you shouldn't pay your taxes with a debit card
Find out why having the IRS directly debit your bank account is a far better option
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Tax Tips: Too late to get help?
CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger lays out options for last-minute tax help and how much you can expect to pay.
OnApril 08, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
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Tax Tips: Too late to cut down your tax bill?
Most tax-cutting moves had to to be made in 2012, but CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger talks about one way to act now and save money on your tax bill.
OnApril 05, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
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How to spend your tax refund
This year, follow these smart tips to put your refund check to work
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Tax Tips: Credits vs. deductions
CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger talks about why a credit is more valuable than a deduction on your taxes.
OnApril 04, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
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Smart ways to spend your tax refund
The average tax refund last year was almost $3000 according to the IRS. CBS News contributor Mellody Hobson has four suggestions for what you can do with that cash.
OnApril 04, 6:00 AM /PlayVideo
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Six things to check before filing your taxes
Before you file those tax returns, make sure you check these six things for mistakes
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Why we blow our tax refunds
It can be tempting to spend your tax refund on frivolous things, so here's a plan for using it wisely
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Tax Tips: Is the standard deduction right for you?
CBS MoneyWatch Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger talks about who should take the standard deduction and who should itemize their deductions.
OnApril 03, 7:00 AM /PlayVideo
