If you're still scrambling to get your taxes filed before the April 15 deadline, an extension can take the pressure off. Normally, the IRS recommends that people file their income tax return as early ...

For Americans accustomed to doing things on time, filing for a tax extension may seem like an unusual step. But there are lots of valid reasons you may want to get an extension, experts say – as long ...

The federal tax filing deadline is April 15, 2025, but Florida residents affected by last year's hurricanes have until May 1, 2025. Taxpayers can request a six-month extension to file their return, ...

Still haven't filed your taxes for 2025? Not sure if you're getting a refund? You'll need to file soon. According to IRS data, the bureau expects nearly 140 million Americans to file taxes. But when ...

Tax Form 1098 tells the IRS how much mortgage interest you paid last year. You may be able to deduct this amount on your Schedule A. Not all mortgage interest is tax deductible. If you have a mortgage ...

Now that the confetti has settled and New Year's resolutions are already falling flat, it's time for another less enjoyable annual tradition: tax season. The IRS started accepting returns on January ...

The IRS will begin processing tax returns by around the end of January, but you can file even sooner to ensure your refund check is among the first to get processed by the Internal Revenue Service.

You might be putting up a tree or decorating your home now, but you'll be filing your 2025 taxes before you know it.

Ready for your 2024 tax refund? You're only a few forms away. You still have plenty of time, with the 2025 deadline falling on April 15. If you were affected by Tropical Storm Helene, you may be ...

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