There's no shortage of tax help at your fingertips nowadays. But does that give you enough confidence to do your own taxes this year? Like almost any tax issue, it’s complicated. Deciding to do ...

While a federal SALT cap is hotly debated, capping deductibility at $10,000 was an unambiguously good idea at the state level ...

If you’re a recent graduate working your first full-time job or supporting yourself for the first time, this tax-filing season may indeed be your first experience doing your own taxes without ...

How hard can it be to file your own taxes? The United States tax code is complex and there are several variables to consider when you file your taxes. So, if you plan on doing it manually ...

Here’s what you need to know to be prepared to do your own taxes. Direct File, the IRS’s own competitor to commercial tax software, works a lot like TurboTax or other software by asking yes-or ...

Whether you file your taxes early or procrastinate until the last minute, knowing a few basics can help put more money in your pocket. If you need help determining whether you’re required to ...

Even if you do your own taxes, the steps below will help you get organized. Gather all the annual tax documents you've received that record your taxable income and deductible expenses, most of ...

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