Starting Friday, Floridians will benefit from "Freedom Week" sales-tax holiday
Floridians facing economic pressure from inflation will get a second crack to save on "freedom" starting Friday.
Tax Refund
Tax Refunds: IRS Delays Hold Up Money For Millions Of Taxpayers
While the IRS sent out two stimulus checks and updated the Child Tax Credit this year, it's falling short of its core mission of servicing American taxpayers.
Be Smart: Use Your Tax Refund Wisely
You've got a hefty check headed your way, thanks to your tax refund. Don't spend it just anywhere. Instead, here are five smarter ways to use your refund money.
Protect Yourself From Tax Refund Theft
If you live in South Florida, chances are you or someone you know has been a victim of identity theft. Florida leads the nation in tax identity theft, where the crooks steal your tax refund. CBS4's David Sutta has details of a new free program that will keep your identity safe.
Invest That Tax Refund In Yourself
What is your largest asset? It's your ability to earn a living!
IRS Warning: Watch Out For Tax Scams
It's that time of year again. Tax forms from employers and banks are in the mail and identity thieves will be doing what they can to cash in, fraudulently, on Uncle Sam.
How To Spend Your Tax Refund
The best part of paying your taxes is probably getting your refund check.
IRS E-Mail Scam Targets Taxpayer's Identities
A sophisticated scam is running rampant nationwide, and even the savviest taxpayers are falling for it.
Tax Refund Loans Harder to get?
Treasury Offers Debit Cards For Tax Refunds
Low-income taxpayers who don't have bank accounts will be able to get their tax refunds on prepaid debit cards supplied by the government, the Treasury Department announced Thursday.
Tax Refund Coming To Miami Lakes Residents
Homeowners in one South Florida city are getting an early holiday gift. Tuesday night, the Town of Miami Lakes approved a $75 tax refund for homeowners.
Tax Refund Coming To Miami Lakes Residents
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