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Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
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Here's how to track the status of your 2024 tax refund
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These businesses are offering Tax Day discounts and freebies
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Tax Day is here, but the expanded Child Tax Credit hasn't materialized
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When rogue brokers switch people's ACA policies, tax surprises can follow
Consumer complaints have risen in recent months of unauthorized enrollment in Affordable Care Act coverage.
Here's how to get a tax extension from the IRS in 2024
If you're one of the millions of taxpayers who delay their taxes, it's easy to get an extension to October 15.
Tax pros warn against following terrible tax tips circulating on TikTok
Beware of taking dubious tax advice from unqualified creators on social media, say experts. Following wrong advice could potentially lead to fines.
Where U.S. homeowners pay the most — and least — in property taxes
Raging inflation has also driven up property taxes, with homeowners in some states getting socked with double-digit increases.
Your tax refund could be bigger this year. Here's why.
Taxpayers saw their tax refunds shrink last year due to the expiration of pandemic benefits. But some people may get a boost in 2024.
Tax credits for eco-friendly upgrades
Alicia Jegede, a CPA and founder of New Gen Financial Planning, breaks down the tax credits homeowners can receive from making energy-efficient home improvements.
Are you eligible for free tax filing?
Millions of Americans qualify for free tax filing services and don't even know it. Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez, host of Real Simple's "Money Confidential" podcast, walks through some of the free programs available this tax season.
Your tax refund landed on time this year? Thank the IRS.
After years of abject performance, the tax agency is finally making significant strides — no, really.
Here's how to track your federal income tax refund
Eager to get your refund? The IRS makes it easy for you to keep tabs on your money by computer or mobile app.
More Americans facing tax refund "disappointment"
The average tax refund is shrinking this year, while more taxpayers owe money to the IRS.
Here's what a $100K salary is really worth across the U.S.
In some cities, the milestone income falls way short of a six-figure lifestyle, a SmartAsset analysis shows.
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