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IRS Moves Forward With Free E-Filing System in Pilot Program to Launch in 2024
The IRS is planning to launch a pilot program for a government-run, online tax filing system that’s free for all.
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Free IRS Tax Help Available in Bay Area This Weekend
Taxpayer Assistance Centers open for help Saturday in Oakland and Stockton. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura reports.
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Free IRS Tax Help Available in Bay Area This Weekend
The IRS is opening two Bay Area offices this weekend to answer tax filing questions.
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Haven't Filed Taxes Yet? Don't Panic. Here's What to Know
The deadline to file your taxes is fast approaching. If you are worried that you might not have enough time to file your taxes before the deadline, you can file for an extension.
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When is California's Tax Deadline This Year? What To Know About the 2023 Extension for Bay Area Counties
Most Californians will have a few more months to file their federal and state tax returns this year because of an extension by the IRS and California’s Franchise Tax Board.
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4 Red Flags for an IRS Tax Audit — Including What One Tax Pro Calls a ‘Dead Giveaway'
While the chances of an IRS audit are usually slim, certain items on your tax return may trigger a red flag at the federal agency, according to tax experts.
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The Last Chance for Some Retirees to Avoid a 25% Tax Penalty Is April 1
If you turned 72 in 2022, the last chance for your first mandatory retirement plan withdrawal is April 1 — or you may face a hefty tax penalty. Here’s how to avoid it.
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Missing Tax Forms Will ‘Definitely' Delay Your Refund, Expert Warns. How to Know Which Ones You Need
It’s important to get organized with tax forms before filing your return to avoid refund delays. Here’s how to know which forms you need.
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The Difference Between Tax Credits and Deductions Explained With Sticky Notes
Both tax credits and tax deductions can help taxpayers keep more of their money, but they do it in very different ways. Here’s how they work.
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What to Know About Tax Deadlines and Filing Assistance
Many Californians this year have an extra month to file federal and state income tax returns. But the extra time is due in part to what may be a more complicated process.
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IRS Unveils Option Allowing Online Responses to 9 of Its Notices. ‘A Step in the Right Direction,' Says Tax Pro
The IRS has unveiled a new option to respond to certain agency notices online. Here’s what filers need to know.
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Debunking Common Tax Myths
Your pets can’t be claimed as dependents, filing electronically is faster and more secure than using paper, and filing for an extension does not give you more time to pay.
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IRS Won't Tax Most Relief Payments Made by States Last Year
The IRS says most relief checks issued by states last year won’t be subject to federal taxes, providing late guidance as taxpayers have begun filing returns.
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IRS Won't Tax Most Relief Payments Made by States Last Year
The IRS announced Friday that most relief checks issued by states last year aren’t subject to federal taxes, providing 11th hour guidance as tax returns start to pour in.
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Did You Receive a Special Tax Refund Last Year? The IRS Says Hold Off on Filing Returns
The IRS is urging millions of taxpayers to hold off on filing their tax returns for 2022 if they received a special tax refund or payment from their state last year.
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What Are Some Common Tax Filing Errors?
These are some of the most common errors you should avoid when filing your taxes, according to experts and the IRS.
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Tax Credits Vs. Tax Deductions: How They Differ, and What to Know Before You File
It’s tax season, and Americans are trying to make sense of various tax breaks. Tax credits are generally more valuable than deductions.
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How to Figure Out the Best Time to File Your Tax Return: Don't ‘Race to the Finish Line,' Say Tax Pros
You may want a faster tax refund, but the IRS says to slow down and prepare first. Here’s the best time to file your tax return.
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College Students Are Helping People File Their Taxes for Free
VITA is an organization that partners with college students to provide free tax preparation services. Christopher Thornton, the president of the UCLA chapter, explains how it works.