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IRS Tax Rebates
If there's ever an incentive to do your taxes, TAX REBATES are it! Starting in May 2008, the U.S. Treasury will begin sending stimulus payments to more than 130 million individuals. The catch is, you must file a 2007 tax return in order to receive your payment.
Federal Income Taxes
Read our federal income tax tips to find the correct tax forms and to meet the tax filing deadlines. Use our guide to help determine your taxpayer filing status.
IRS
Read our tips and techniques for contacting the IRS. If you are having difficulty resolving your tax issue through normal IRS channels, consider contacting the Taxpayer Advocacy Service.
Resolving Tax Problems
The IRS offers different methods for people to pay their delinquent tax bills. Tax problems can often be solved with abatement, installment agreements, offer in compromise or an undue hardship tax resolution.
State Income Taxes
Read our state income tax filing tips for each of the 50 states. Learn about the Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit for hybrid cars and the Qualified Tuition Plan, which allows for tax free contributions to tuition programs.
Tax Credits & Deductions
Learn the difference between tax credits and tax deductions and learn how to use both to lower your total tax bill. You may choose to take a standard deduction, or you may better benefit from taking itemized deductions.
Tax E-Filing
Electronic filing involves filing taxes online with a computer. Learn about the benefits of e-file, including a faster tax refund, and the drawbacks of e-filing, including technical issues.
Tax Forms
Learn which tax form to use when filing your taxes. Popular tax forms include 1040EZ, 1040A, 1040ES, 1040X, and 4868.
Tax Preparation
Have the proper documents ready to file your tax return with our tax preparation tips. Many taxpayers find it beneficial to use tax preparation software. If needed, hire tax preparation professionals or seek free tax preparation help.
Tax Refund
Tax refund claims must be filed within three years from the original deadline of the tax return. Learn how to check on your refund or how to claim a refund that was never delivered to you.
Tax Returns
Taxpayers are required to file a tax return unless certain qualifications are met. Correctly fill out the Form 1040EZ with our pre-file checklist. If you are unable to file your tax return in time, you may request an extension from the IRS.
Tax Strategies for Families
There are many tax strategies that families can benefit from. Many families qualify for dependent tax credits and education tax deductions and credits.
Tax Strategies for Retired People
Read our tax strategies for retired people and our retirement planning tips. People over the age of 65 are entitled to an additional tax credit. If you wish to move retirement funds from one account to another, be sure to use a trustee-to-trustee transfer.
Tax Strategies for Small Businesses
Benefit from our tax strategies for small businesses, including home office tax deductions. Business related travel to visit clients or to attend business events such as trade shows may also be tax deductible.
Tax Strategies for Young People
Read our tax strategies for young people and our financial planning tips. Children may need to file an income tax return if certain qualifications are met. They may also need to pay taxes on investment income if subject to the kiddie tax.
