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Americans shell out billions of dollars to prepare and file their tax returns. Here's how to do it without spending a dime.
Each year, millions of taxpayers don't file their taxes — putting them at risk of fines and other penalties from IRS.
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.
A CPA weighs the potential benefits and drawbacks of married couples filing their taxes separately and jointly.
Some households could get a typical refund of almost $1,000 by filing their tax returns for 2019, tax collector says.
By one estimate, roughly 70% of Americans worry about tax refunds this year, mainly because of expiring pandemic relief programs.
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.
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."
Taxes for older Americans can be complicated — here's what to keep in mind as the April 18 filing deadline nears.
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.
Annual property taxes on single-family homes rose 3.6% last year, with the typical homeowner paying nearly $4,000 a year.
Differences in local tax rates across the U.S. can add up for those who live in certain states.
Refunds are met with glee each spring, but financial pros note that it represents money you've overpaid to the government.
The richest Americans often use trusts and other legal tax dodges to pass their wealth to their heirs tax-free, lawmakers say.
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.
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.
Early IRS data provides a peek at what to expect for the millions of Americans who have yet to file their taxes.
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.
A government watchdog warns that tax pros might not do a better job than you can — and some are straight-up fraudsters.
Americans are filing their taxes earlier this year. Here's what to know about the IRS' turnaround time on your refund.
The answer depends on what type of an employee you were last year, according to Julia Glum, a news editor at Money.
CPA Ryan Losi explains how 2022’s poor stock market performance could be helpful in lessening tax bills this season.
Many tax benefits instituted during the pandemic have lapsed, which means some people could see smaller refunds.
Tax experts and the IRS itself have warned about smaller refund checks this year due to expiring pandemic aid.
Taxpayers could save on taxes because of a higher standard deduction and more generous thresholds for each bracket.
