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IRS offers free, comprehensive tax guide
Are you facing a lot of questions this year? IRS experts have pulled together an overview of common tax issues in one convenient place - Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax.More >>

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Tax Tip: 4 things to know about bartering
Bartering is the trading of one product or service for another and the fair market value of the trade must be reported as income by both parties.More >>
Tax Tip: 10 things to know about free IRS volunteer tax help
Millions of taxpayers qualify for free tax preparation assistance from IRS-sponsored community-based, volunteer programs.More >>
Tax Tip: 4 tips on unemployment benefits
Unemployment can be stressful enough without having to figure out the tax treatment of the unemployment benefits you receive.More >>
Tax Tip: Medical and dental expenses and your taxes
Here are eight things the IRS wants you to know about medical and dental expenses and other benefits.More >>
Tax Tip: 11 key points about the Child Tax Credit
The Child Tax Credit is available to eligible taxpayers with qualifying children under age 17. The IRS would like you to know these eleven facts about the child tax credit.More >>
Tax Tip: 8 facts about new IRS Form 8949 and Schedule D
Here are eight important points about the new Form 8949 and IRS Schedule D, Capital Gains and Losses.More >>
Tax Tip: Are your Social Security benefits are taxable?
Many people may not realize the Social Security benefits they received in 2011 may be taxable.More >>
Tax Tip: Taxable or non-taxable income?
Although most income you receive is taxable and must be reported on your federal income tax return, there are some instances when income may not be taxable.More >>
Tax Tip: Safeguard your refund with direct deposit
Direct deposit is the fastest, safest way to receive your tax refund. When a taxpayer combines e-file and direct deposit, the IRS will likely issue your refund in as few as 10 days.More >>
Tax Tip: 5 tips for recently married or divorced taxpayers with a name change
If you changed your name after a recent marriage or divorce, the IRS reminds you to ensure the name on your tax return matches the name registered with Social Security.More >>
Tax Tip: Help if you have to repay your First-Time Homebuyer Credit
The IRS has a tool to help people who have to repay their First-Time Homebuyer Credit.More >>
Tax Tip: Check your eligibility for EITC
Here are the top 10 things the IRS wants you to know about this valuable credit, which has been making the lives of working people a little easier since 1975.More >>
Tax Tip: What to do if you are missing a W-2
If you haven't received your W-2, follow these four steps.More >>
Tax Tip: Get your prior year’s tax information from the IRS
Sometimes taxpayers need a copy of an old tax return. There are three easy and convenient options for getting tax return transcripts from the IRS.More >>
Tax Tip: Online resources for small businesses and self-employed
If you're a small business or a self-employed individual who needs answers to tax questions, check out the IRS's Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center.More >>
Tax Tip: 6 tax tips for the self-employed
Here are six key points the IRS would like you to know about self-employment and self- employment taxes.More >>
Tax Tip: IRS reminds parents of 10 tax benefits
Your kids can be helpful at tax time. They won't sort your tax receipts or refill your coffee, but those charming children may help you qualify for some valuable tax benefits.More >>
Tax Tip: 4 tax tips regarding tip income
If your pay from work involves compensation through tips, then the IRS would like you to be aware of a few facts about tip income.More >>
Tax Tip: Federal tax information aplenty through social media
Check out how the IRS delivers the latest tax information, initiatives, products and services through social media.More >>
Tax Tip: Need tax help 'en Espanol'?
Tax information can be tough to understand in any language, but it can be even more difficult if it is not in your first language.More >>
Tax Tip: Everyone is eligible to Free File!
Everyone can prepare and e-file their federal tax returns for free using the IRS Free File Program.More >>
Tax Tip: IRS offers several reasons to file your tax return electronically
IRS e-file: It's safe. It's easy. It's time. Most taxpayers -- nearly 80 percent -- file electronically. If you haven't tried it, now is the time!More >>
Tax Tip: 8 facts to help determine your correct filing status
Some people may qualify for more than one filing status. Here are eight facts about filing status that the IRS wants you to know so you can choose the best option for your situation.More >>
Tax Tip: Don't be scammed by cyber criminals
Here are five things the IRS wants you to know about phishing scams.More >>
Tax Tip: 6 important facts about dependents and exemptions
Even though each individual tax return is different, some tax rules affect every person who may have to file a federal return. These rules include dependents and exemptions.More >>
Tax Tip: Make it easy on yourself and choose the simplest tax form
Here are some general rules to consider when deciding which paper tax form to file.More >>
Tax Tip: 10 tips to help you choose a tax preparer
Here are ten tips to keep in mind when choosing a tax return preparer.More >>
Tax Tip: Top 10 helpful features on the IRS website
Navigate your way through the tax season online and skip waiting in line. All you need is a computer and Internet access because the IRS website has a wealth of free information.More >>
Tax Tip: 4 ways to get IRS forms and publications
If you need IRS forms and publications, here are four easy methods for getting them.More >>
Tax Tip: Do I need to file a tax return this year?
You are required to file a federal income tax return if your income is above a certain level, which varies depending on your filing status, age and the type of income you receive.More >>
Tax Tip: IRS offers top 10 tax-time tips
The income tax filing season has begun and important tax documents should be arriving in your mailbox.More >>
Tax Tip: Tax season deadline extended to April 17
The Internal Revenue Service has opened the 2012 tax filing season by announcing that taxpayers have until April 17 to file their tax returns.More >>
Tax Tip: 5 tips for taxpayers making a move
If you've changed your home or business address, make sure you update that information with the IRS to ensure you receive any refunds or correspondence from the IRS.More >>
Tax Tip: 5 ways to obtain IRS forms and publications
The IRS has free tax forms and publications on a wide variety of topics. If you need IRS forms, here are five easy methods for getting the information you need.More >>
Tax Tip: How to obtain a transcript of your past tax information
Taxpayers who need their past tax return information can obtain it from the IRS. Here are nine things to know if you need copies of your federal tax return information.More >>
Tax Tip: 8 ways to find tax help 'en Español'
Here are eight ways you can seek help from the IRS if you need assistance with your federal taxes in Spanish.More >>
New IRS Retirement Plan Navigator aims to help small businesses
The IRS has created a new tool to help business owners determine which tax-favored pension plan best suits their needs and how to keep their plans in compliance.More >>

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