Claiming the Child Tax Credit: Tips for parents

The recently expanded credit is one of several options parents can use at tax time to get money back from the IRS.

• Feb 21, 2020

Changes in tax law you should know about for 2019

This tax season includes changes in the treatment of health insurance and divorce — here's what you need to know.

• Feb 26, 2020

Here's when you can expect your tax refund

Getting your refund can take from a few days to many weeks — depending on how you file and how you want your money.

• Feb 26, 2020

2019 tax brackets: What's your tax rate?

Depending on how much you earned last year, you may pay taxes at different rates. Here's how to find out where you fall.

• Feb 26, 2020

How to get your tax refund as soon as possible

If you're one of the 70% of Americans expecting a refund, here are the steps to get your money quickly.

• Feb 26, 2020

How much income tax does Amazon pay? 1.2% on $13 billion

Company's $162 million federal tax bill — on $13.3 billion in U.S. profits — was the most it has paid in three years.

• Feb 6, 2020

Millions paid to file their taxes last year — and didn't need to

Tax-prep companies use code to hide their free services from online searches, a federal watchdog says.

• Feb 6, 2020

How to file your taxes for free

Every year, Americans spend billions of dollars on tax-prep services — that's often a waste of money.

• Feb 26, 2020

Why you should file your taxes as early as possible

Filing early can mean getting a refund faster — but not always. Here's when to file early, and when it's better to wait.

• Feb 26, 2020

Your chance of getting audited by the IRS is lower than ever

Audit rates for millionaires have fallen especially sharply, thanks to a decline in IRS staff.

• Jan 7, 2020

Los Angeles accuses H&R Block and TurboTax of defrauding taxpayers

Lawsuit claims the tax-prep providers steered consumers away from services that lets people file returns for free

• May 8, 2019

Gold Star widow shocked by new tax bill

Theresa Jones said her family has been able to stay afloat because of the benefits they receive

• Apr 25, 2019

Your old tax returns could be on sale for $1.04

Identity theft has never been this cheap — you can buy anything from old tax returns to bank accounts on the dark web

• Apr 17, 2019

60 of America's biggest companies paid no federal income tax in 2018

New analysis finds dozens of corporations, including Amazon and Netflix, paid no taxes despite billions in profits

• Apr 12, 2019

The debate over legalizing sports betting

With more states legalizing gambling on sports, bookmakers, leagues and state tax revenues are winning big. But will players -- particularly unpaid college players -- be targets for bribery? Jon Wertheim reports.

• Jun 4

Changes this tax season

For most Americans, taxes are supposed to be filed by April 15th. This year there are new tax laws that may impact many taxpayers, especially if you're an investor. Daniel Geltrude, a certified public accountant and author of the book "Positive Financial Karma," joined CBSN to talk about some of the new tax laws.

• Mar 20, 2019

Homeowners feel the pain of the new tax law

Middle-class property owners in high-tax states say they owe more federal taxes than they expected under the new tax law.

• Mar 18, 2019

Billions in tax refunds were never claimed

Every year, millions of Americans don't file a tax return — but they could be due to get money back from the government. Here's why.

• Mar 19, 2019

How small businesses can prep for tax season

With only a few weeks left this tax season, small businesses must learn how to navigate the Trump administration's newly enacted tax laws. Tax attorney and CPA Selva Ozelli joined CBSN with more insight into how small businesses can better understand how those changes impact them.

• Mar 14, 2019

Getting the best out of this tax season

Tax season is upon us and if you're looking for the best ways to spend your refund, pay back the IRS, or what to do if you're audited we have some tips. Certified public accountant and author of the book "Positive Financial Karma," Daniel Geltrude, joined CBSN to talk about how to get the best out of this tax season.

• Mar 8, 2019

Taxpayer group urges extending filing deadline to May 15

National Taxpayers Union calls for extending April 15 deadline, though individuals can get an extension fairly easily

• Mar 7, 2019

Beware of these common tax scams

The IRS is warning taxpayers about the top 12 tax scams it calls the "dirty dozen." The agency is announcing one fraud each day. The IRS is revealing its latest scam on the list: dishonest tax preparers. It previously announced identity theft, phone scams, and phishing scams. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" with what you need to know this tax season.

• Mar 7, 2019

Some tax preparers promise fat refunds, then fleece consumers

Illinois prosecutors say tax-prep firms lured people with cruise offers, but overcharged and made mistakes

• Mar 6, 2019

2019 tax returns: How to file your taxes for free

Depending on your income, age and profession, you may be able to tap free services to file your 2019 tax returns

• Mar 4, 2019

When can you expect your tax refund?

Four weeks into tax season, the IRS is out with new data on this year’s tax filings. The average refund so far is $2,640. That's down more than $500 from this time last year. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss when you can expect your tax refund.

• Mar 2, 2019

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