Get tax breaks just for getting older

Once you cross the 50-year-old mark, advantageous tax rules start coming your way, and just keep coming

• Mar 4, 2016

​A new twist on a W2 tax scam

Fraudsters want to get tax filers' data any way they can, including through CEOs and HR departments

• Feb 29, 2016

When couples should file separate tax returns

Under certain conditions -- like these -- your overall tax bill will be lower if you go it alone instead of jointly

• Feb 29, 2016

Watch out for phishy emails during tax season

Scammers target taxpayers online; here's what to look out for

• Feb 25, 2016

Afraid of an IRS audit? Here's one reason to chill

Although taxpayers are often nervous about attracting auditor' attention, the odds are against it

• Feb 22, 2016

​Do your own taxes? Here's what's free (and not)

Do-it-yourselfers may be able to prepare and file their returns for free, but there are some catches

• Feb 17, 2016

How to track your tax refund's whereabouts

The IRS has a tool that lets you know when your return has been received and approved -- and when your money is sent

• Feb 15, 2016

What to know about tax refund products

The big tax-prep firms will put your refund on a debit card or deduct your fee from your refund -- with strings attached

• Feb 10, 2016

Victimized by tax fraud? Here's what to do

If you get hit by this fast-rising form of ID theft, the IRS has steps you can take to undo its damage

• Feb 8, 2016

Beware of tax preparers offering "no-cost" prep

You may incur no "out-of-pocket cost" for getting your tax return prepared, but the back-end fees are exorbitant

• Feb 5, 2016

Scams as certain as taxes as filing season nears

Tax rip-offs are as sure as flowers in springtime -- here's how to make sure you don't get plucked

• Feb 3, 2016

The fastest way to get your tax refund

Some 40 million Americans will get a check from the IRS this year -- will you be among those who get one in 10 days?

• Jan 20, 2016

Using a tax pro isn't cheap, but can save you plenty

Preparing and filing a tax return on your own is getting increasingly difficult, and that could cost you thousands

• Jan 12, 2016

Tax tips: What you can and can't write off

Mellody Hobson breaks down what the IRS counts as a write-off, from pets to plastic surgery

• Mar 28, 2013
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How to attract an IRS audit

These red flags at tax time could bring the IRS knocking

• Mar 20, 2013
• 1:35

Smart ways to spend your tax refund

Mellody Hobson has 4 ideas for putting your IRS check to work

• Apr 3, 2013
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The tax clock is ticking -- do you know what to do?

CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has some advice if you haven't filed your taxes yet

• Apr 14, 2015

At the IRS, no catastrophes, but a "crisis in service"

As tax-filing season draws to a close, the agency has managed to do a lot more with a lot less, but things could get a lot worse

• Apr 14, 2015

Don't rush to file taxes now

At this point you probably need more time to do a thorough job of preparing your return, so here's the solution

• Apr 13, 2015

Tax time! 10 most common IRS forms explained

Don't let the various tax forms confuse you -- here's a guide to the most common tax returns you'll use when filing taxes

• Apr 10, 2015

Is your tax refund too big?

Getting a big check from the IRS is exciting, but it might not be the best for your long-term financial health

• Apr 8, 2015

Tax tips for recent college grads

Whether you are filling out a simple tax return or have a more complex situation -- check out these tips for first-time filers

• Apr 7, 2015

9 things you need to know before paying your tax bill

From filing an extension to what to do if you can't pay it in full, read your 2015 tax bill checklist

• Apr 7, 2015

6 red flags that can get you audited

These six red flags that can trigger questions from the IRS, or even a full-blown tax audit

• Apr 2, 2015

​Tax question? Don't hold your breath for the IRS

"Abysmal" service: The agency's commissioner says 6 out of 10 calls aren't getting through

• Apr 1, 2015

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