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Here’s a crash course on everything you need to know when it comes to taxes. From tax refunds to IRS secrets to tax scandals, we’re giving out all the information you need to know, completely tax-free of course.

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The IRS Is Warning About These Upcoming Tax Scams

For the second year in a row, COVID-19 is postponing Tax Day. While this is helpful for taxpayers, it unfortunately gives scammers more time to steal identities and commit other all-too-common tax scams.

20 Hidden Fees You Had No Idea You Were Paying

Everything comes with a price—watch out for these surprise expenses and learn how to avoid them.


10 Secret Places Rich People Hide Their Money

It's no secret that people with money like to shield their earnings from the IRS. What is often a secret,...


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Are Pandemic-Related Home Expenses Tax Deductible?

The answer: It's complicated. Here's what you should know if a corner of your living room or bedroom is now...


This Is How Long You Should Be Keeping Your Tax Returns

It varies, depending on your situation.

How Much Is $100 Really Worth in Each State?

Your money may go a lot further than you think, depending on where you live. Find out how your state...


5 Warning Signs That Could Trigger a Tax Audit

An IRS audit—an extra close review of your tax return to make sure it's accurate—is something everyone wants to avoid....

Here’s What Can Happen If You Don’t File Your Taxes

Let's face it—no one actually likes doing their taxes. It's easy to talk yourself into procrastinating, especially if you're worried...


What Most People Get Wrong About the New Tax Rules

The new tax reforms set forth in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act go into effect for the first time...


6 New Tax Breaks You’ll Regret Not Claiming

If you're stressed about how the new tax law could impact what you owe, you need to know about these...


Here’s Why You Might Not Be Getting a Tax Refund This Year

Every year, thousands of taxpayers are disappointed when, for one reason or another, the tax refund check they were expecting...

13 Secrets Your IRS Agent Won’t Tell You About Tax Planning

Tax planning made easy: Follow these tax advisors' tips for income tax help and stress-free filing.


The Best (and Absolute Worst) States for Taxes

Here's a look at the top ten—and bottom ten—states for taxes, according to Kiplinger and other experts.


13 of the Craziest Tax Deductions Ever Claimed

Only two things are for certain: death and taxes. But at least with taxes, you can claim deductions. And that's...


17 Tax Deductions You Can’t Afford to Miss

There are many tax write-offs that people overlook when doing their taxes. Experts chime in on some of the most...


14 Tax Mistakes That Could Cost You Hundreds

A CPA shares a list of tax mistakes that he frequently sees people make—and they're mistakes that could cost hundreds...

22 Things Tax Experts Wish You Knew About the New Tax Law

As of January 1, 2018, the much-talked-about Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) went into effect. Here's what the tax...


11 New Tax Deductions and Reductions Under the New Tax Law

The much-talked-about Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) went into effect on January 1, 2018, and it could mean big...


8 Smart Things Financial Experts Would Do If They Landed Some Extra Cash

Whether it's a tax refund or winning the lottery, extra cash is exciting. But before you buy that designer bag...


The Smartest Way to Spend Your Tax Refund (According To Science)

Just got your tax refund? Don't head to the mall just yet. Science says money can, in fact, buy happiness,...


Everything You Need to Know Before Filing Your Taxes After a Big Life Change

When you first started paying your taxes, it was probably easy-peasy. Now, as an adult likely going through some pretty...


13+ Secrets Your Tax Planner Won’t Tell You

Shhh: Tax planners share with us their secrets of the trade.