Millions of taxpayers could wind up owing for 2018

Changes to the tax code that are now in effect might snare up to 4.5 million Americans at tax time next April

• Sep 10, 2018

New IRS rule on deductions hits some high-tax states hard

The agency's new rules undermine attempts to work around the $10,000 cap on state and local income taxes

• Aug 24, 2018

1 in 5 taxpayers withhold too little from paychecks

Paychecks may seem bigger this year under GOP tax cuts but next year's tax bill could be shocker for 30 million Americans

• Aug 1, 2018

4 mistakes to avoid with 529 education accounts

These tax-advantaged savings plans can be a great help for paying college costs, but you have to know the rules

• Jul 26, 2018

IRS says some tax exempt groups can keep donors anonymous

Treasury Dept. says it's to protect free speech and privacy, but critics fear more dark money political donations

• Jul 17, 2018

Owe back taxes? You could lose your passport

The IRS is now enforcing a 2015 law that allows blocking passport renewals for those with delinquent tax debt

• Jul 12, 2018

Trump's choice to head the IRS under Senate scrutiny

The Beverly Hills tax lawyer who would face the colossal challenge of overseeing the most sweeping overhaul of the U.S. tax code in three decades

• Jun 28, 2018

New 1040 income tax form

The government has succeeded in shrinking Americans' most common tax form down to one page -- but it hasn't necessarily made the IRS Form 1040 less complicated.

• Jun 26, 2018
• 00:33

Here's the new "postcard-sized" IRS Form 1040

A draft of the new Form 1040 eliminates 78 lines by moving popular deductions off the form -- and onto worksheets

• Jun 26, 2018

A "most serious problem" at the IRS: Private debt collectors

The costly new program is putting taxpayers into agreements they can't afford. Here's what you need to know

• Jun 18, 2018

How to report home-rental income

It's never been easier for homeowners to make extra money from renting, but you need to know the tax rules

• May 28, 2018

529 education saving plans just got even better

The new tax law included a big rule change for taking tax-free withdrawals from these popular savings accounts

• Apr 30, 2018

How to put your tax refund to good use

Even though it was your money from the beginning, it feels great to get a refund check -- so don't blow it

• Apr 20, 2018

Tax filers to get extension after IRS website outage

Parts of the IRS website were not functioning Tuesday, a problem the agency attributed to hardware issues

• Apr 17, 2018

Hackers target tax preparation firms

Today is the deadline for Americans to file their tax returns. But if you're expecting a refund, you may want to check your bank account first. The IRS says identity thieves are targeting tax preparation firms, hacking their online accounts to file phony refund requests. Anna Werner reports.

• Apr 17, 2018
• 05:17

Ways the government takes your money: A taxplainer

Federal income tax is Uncle Sam's biggest revenue source, but only slightly more than half of Americans pay it

• Apr 17, 2018

Waiting until the last minute to file taxes? You're not alone

If you still haven't filed your tax return (which is due April 17 this year), you're far from alone

• Apr 13, 2018

Should you spend or save your tax refund?

According to the IRS, 111 million Americans received tax refunds in 2017, and the average amount was nearly $3,000.00. Adam Sasiveri, Director of Bernstein Private Wealth Management, joins CBSN to discuss how to do something meaningful with your extra cash.

• Apr 13, 2018
• 04:08

New scam targets tax preparers

A new tax scam is targeting tax preparers in order to cheat clients out of their refunds. Once victims find out, it could take months before they get their real returns. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner reports.

• Apr 12, 2018
• 05:07

IRS faces huge burden: administering the new tax law

After years of funding cuts, the tax agency must now enforce the biggest tax code overhaul in three decades

• Apr 13, 2018

Scam targeting tax preparers tricks clients with fraudulent returns

The criminals get their hands on returns from previous years, then use that information to file new fraudulent returns

• Apr 12, 2018

Have you filed your tax return yet?

The April 17th deadline to file your tax return is quickly approaching. The IRS says it has received less than 60 percent of the individual returns expected this tax season. Dan Geltrude, a certified public accountant and tax and business finance expert, joins CBSN with tips on how to make filing your taxes less daunting.

• Apr 5, 2018
• 04:24

11 strange-but-true tax deductions

Beer, body oil and breast implants have been declared allowable write-offs, under the right circumstances

• Apr 4, 2018

Tardy on your taxes? Don't wait to file an extension

Sending a hastily prepared return can be a big mistake, so take advantage of this option -- but do it carefully

• Apr 3, 2018

It's April -- have you filed your tax return yet?

Millions of Americans still haven't sent the IRS their returns, so if you're among them, heed these tips

• Apr 2, 2018

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