Who pays the most taxes? Experts explain the data.

Filing tax returns can be a slog, but the majority of individual federal taxes are paid by a small slice of Americans.

• Apr 17, 2023

How to file for a tax extension

It's easy to get more time to file before the April 18 deadline, but you'll still have to pay the IRS if you owe money.

• Apr 17, 2023

Here's how to file your taxes for free this year

Americans shell out billions of dollars to prepare and file their tax returns. Here's how to do it without spending a dime.

• Apr 17, 2023

What happens if you don't file your taxes? "Huge" penalties.

Each year, millions of taxpayers don't file their taxes — putting them at risk of fines and other penalties from IRS.

• Apr 13, 2023

Tax advantages of couples filing separately

Alicia Jegede, a CPA and founder of New Gen Financial Planning, discussed the potential benefits and drawbacks of married couples filing their taxes separately and jointly.

• Apr 13, 2023
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When filing taxes separately could help married couples

A CPA weighs the potential benefits and drawbacks of married couples filing their taxes separately and jointly.

• Apr 13, 2023

IRS says time is running out to claim $1.5 billion in tax refunds

Some households could get a typical refund of almost $1,000 by filing their tax returns for 2019, tax collector says.

• Apr 12, 2023

Americans facing shrinking tax refunds as inflation remains high

By one estimate, roughly 70% of Americans worry about tax refunds this year, mainly because of expiring pandemic relief programs.

• Apr 11, 2023

Free tax-filing services available to millions of Americans

Millions of Americans qualify for free tax-filing services. Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez, host of Real Simple's "Money Confidential" podcast, walks through some of the free programs available this tax season.

• Apr 11, 2023

Scammers ramp up activity as tax deadline approaches

Amy Nofiziger, a fraud expert for AARP, says that as the deadline approaches, scammers, "know that we're stressed and that it's going to be easy manipulating us."

• Apr 10, 2023

5 money-saving tips for seniors this tax season

Taxes for older Americans can be complicated — here's what to keep in mind as the April 18 filing deadline nears.

• Apr 7, 2023

How to file a tax extension

Running out of time to meet the April 18 tax filing deadline? Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, host of Real Simple’s "Money Confidential" podcast, explains the pros and cons of filing for a tax extension.

• Apr 6, 2023
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Which U.S. cities have the lowest and highest property taxes?

Annual property taxes on single-family homes rose 3.6% last year, with the typical homeowner paying nearly $4,000 a year.

• Apr 6, 2023

Is your state tax-friendly? Here are the most and least taxed.

Differences in local tax rates across the U.S. can add up for those who live in certain states.

• Mar 29, 2023

Should you aim for a big tax refund—or nothing? The debate, explained

Refunds are met with glee each spring, but financial pros note that it represents money you've overpaid to the government.

• Mar 21, 2023

Democratic senators call for crackdown on wealthy tax-dodgers

The richest Americans often use trusts and other legal tax dodges to pass their wealth to their heirs tax-free, lawmakers say.

• Mar 21, 2023

These bogus "tax hacks" can lead to serious trouble with the IRS

The tax agency is warning not to fall for social media advice to file a fake W2 in the hope of getting a big refund.

• Mar 8, 2023

How small business owners can save on taxes

Some small business owners could be in for a shock this tax season. Rebecca Walser, a tax attorney and president of Walser Wealth Management, joins CBS News's Elaine Quijano and Jericka Duncan with more.

• Mar 7, 2023
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Here's what to know if you haven't filed your tax return yet

Early IRS data provides a peek at what to expect for the millions of Americans who have yet to file their taxes.

• Mar 7, 2023

Tax filing mistakes to avoid

Millions of Americans need to get ready to file their taxes as this year's deadline fast approaches. Karla Dennis, a tax expert and founder of Karla Dennis and Associates, joined CBS News to go over the biggest mistakes people make and some helpful tips when filing your returns.

• Feb 28, 2023
• 3:02

How to avoid getting ripped off by your tax preparer

A government watchdog warns that tax pros might not do a better job than you can — and some are straight-up fraudsters.

• Mar 3, 2023

How long will it take to get your tax refund?

Americans are filing their taxes earlier this year. Here's what to know about the IRS' turnaround time on your refund.

• Mar 2, 2023

Who qualifies for the home office deduction on their taxes?

The answer depends on what type of an employee you were last year, according to Julia Glum, a news editor at Money.

• Feb 21, 2023

2023 taxes: How to gain from capital losses

CPA Ryan Losi explains how 2022’s poor stock market performance could be helpful in lessening tax bills this season.

• Feb 16, 2023
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Americans may get a tax refund shock this year

Many tax benefits instituted during the pandemic have lapsed, which means some people could see smaller refunds.

• Feb 15, 2023

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