Here's how long you should keep tax records
You don't need to keep all of your papers forever, but you do need to keep most for at least three years
Internal Revenue Service
It's Tax Day, but you can still get an extension
Nearly a third of Americans this year waited until the last two weeks to file their returns—but requesting more time is easy
House Democrat sets new deadline for release of Trump's tax returns
Richard Neal set a new deadline for the IRS to furnish the committee with the president's tax returns: 5 p.m. on April 23
Got a tax refund? Congrats! Here's what to do with it
With the average refund coming in at just under $2,900, this CPA advises against shopping sprees and other splurges
Not ready yet to file your taxes? Time to get an extension
Don't feel pressured to get your return in by April 15 -- but be sure to follow the appropriate IRS rules
New York Democrats lead effort for Trump's state tax returns
"We have Donald Trump's tax returns here in the state of New York and we can provide them to Congress if the IRS, if the Treasury Department won't," N.Y. state Sen. Brad Hoylman told CBS News
Social Security number phone scam costing victims millions: FTC
The FTC said an old scam using Social Security numbers took in $17 million at its peak -- and this one's tab is already $19 million
Avenatti hit with more criminal charges in California
The former attorney for Stormy Daniels has already been charged in New York and in California
Mnuchin calls request for Trump's tax returns "unprecedented"
Treasury Secretary said the move raises questions about the scope of Congress' "investigative authority" and lawmakers' "legislative purpose"
What taxpayers should know about the new IRS Form 1040
New "postcard-size" form now has just 23 lines, but many taxpayers must complete one or more of six new schedules
IRS commissioner still working on letter regarding Trump taxes
"We have received the letter, we're working on the letter with counsel, we anticipate to respond," Charles Rettig testified
Feds break up $1.2B scam that peddled orthopedic braces to seniors
The Justice Department announced charges Tuesday against 24 people across the U.S.
The tax law is hitting 11 million homeowners
Some families moved to high-tax towns because of the good school districts. Now they're pinched by the SALT deduction cap
Tax refunds so far this year are down by $6 billion
Smaller tax refunds have trickle-down effects, including lower consumer spending throughout the year
Mulvaney vows Democrats will "never" see Trump's tax returns
The White House acting chief of staff said "voters knew the president could've have given his tax returns," knew he didn't and "elected him anyway" in 2016
Trump attorney asks Justice Dept to intervene in tax return request
"Once this Pandora's box is opened, the ensuing tit-for-tat will do lasting damage to our nation," the president's personal attorney wrote
Top Democrat formally requests 6 years of Trump's tax returns
The Democratic chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee sent a formal request to the IRS requesting six years of returns
This year's smaller tax refunds seen hurting retail spending
The government has issued $4.4 billion less in refunds than at this time last year, and that trickles down
Here are the counties where taxpayers are most likely to be audited
Taxpayers in poor U.S. counties are more likely to get audited by the agency than people in rich areas
Trump's Federal Reserve pick Stephen Moore owes $75,000 to the IRS
Donald Trump's pick for the Fed's seven-member board owes the money after wrongly claiming a deduction
Special tax breaks for America's seniors
Aging may bring its own special problems, but it also brings welcome financial bonuses at tax time
IRS again lowers penalty threshold for underpaying taxes after outcry
The measure comes amid taxpayer concerns about misjudging payments following the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act
How investors can navigate this tax season's many changes
Tax season is a mixed bag this year under the new law, especially for investors who can no longer deduct their expenses
The IRS says it has $1.4 billion in unclaimed money
Every year, people who have overpaid taxes don't file a return—and the agency says time is running out to claim it
Changes in tax deductions at small businesses
That company party? Still 100% deductible in many cases. Expenses like client gifts or commuting costs? Not so much
Investigation
Congress tried to stop surprise medical bills. It created another problem.
Tropical Storm Isaias forms in Gulf, could reach U.S. as hurricane this weekend
How Israeli and Palestinian kids are coping 3 years after Oct. 7 attacks
Investigation
Weeks before Election Day, the FEC can't enforce the law
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Vance appears to soften U.S. demands on Iranian nuclear enrichment
Christa Pike is conscious, speaking after botched execution, attorneys say
Man eyed Mall of America for attack, pledged allegiance to ISIS, FBI says
Lawyers seek to stop execution today in Texas, citing Christa Pike's failed injection
