Filing Taxes
Filing taxes is an annual chore, and the tax code is complicated. Find tax forms and advice you need to file your tax return this year and pay the IRS.
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Latest Tax Filing Articles
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Tax credit claims could limit Free File
The IRS’s Free File option is back. But this year, tax credits could leave some filers out.
4 min read Jan 27, 2010 -
Reporting disability benefits for a minor
Grandfather wants to know whose return reports the disability benefits being paid to his grandson.
3 min read Jan 26, 2010 -
Writing off a tax loss on a franchise
Before determining the amount of tax loss on a franchise, make sure to amortize.
2 min read Jan 21, 2010 -
Sales tax deduction for a new roof?
When it comes to home renovations like a new roof, the sales tax deduction can get confusing.
2 min read Jan 19, 2010 -
Are blood donations taxable income?
Depending on the situation, your blood donations could be taxed as earned income.
1 min read Jan 12, 2010 -
Bankrate’s 2010 Tax Guide: How do I …?
We’re here to help make your tax preparations easier than ever!
Jan 05, 2010 -
Bankrate’s 2010 Tax Guide: Family and education
You care for your children and dependents all year. At tax time Uncle Sam may take care of you.
Jan 05, 2010 -
Bankrate’s 2010 Tax Guide: Filing & refunds
Get it done right the first time with this advice on free filing, e-filing, documentation and refunds.
Jan 05, 2010 -
Tax penalties levied on a partnership
To raise revenue, the IRS has bumped up late tax-filing fees for business partnerships.
2 min read Dec 17, 2009 -
Tax due on jointly held savings bonds?
When mom has died, how will interest on savings bonds held jointly with her daughter be taxed?
2 min read Oct 15, 2009 -
When to pay US income tax
What are the income tax rules if you live in the U.S. but do business in other countries?
2 min read Jun 11, 2009 -
Home office can have hidden tax costs
Claiming a home office deduction has many tax benefits, but it has some drawbacks.
7 min read Jan 22, 2009 -
Maximizing farming deductions
Don’t fence in your CPA if you want to claim all your farming business deductions.
2 min read Jan 13, 2009 -
Valuing goodwill
Helping a new owner learn the ropes should be reflected in the purchase price of the business.
2 min read Oct 23, 2008 -
Gain on rental real estate
Owners of condemned rental real estate can defer capital gains if they purchase another rental.
3 min read Oct 16, 2008 -
Filing for the incapacitated
By using a power of attorney, a couple can file a joint tax return if one spouse has dementia.
2 min read Aug 11, 2008 -
Figuring taxes on the wages of household employees
If a child care or other household employee works at your house, you owe employment tax.
3 min read Aug 05, 2008 -
Income limits for IRAs
Income limits rule for spouses who want to contribute to a deductible IRA, says CPA George Saenz.
2 min read Jul 23, 2008 -
Using overnight delivery services
IRS has provided rules on using a private delivery service for your return, along with advice for late e-filers.
3 min read Apr 14, 2008 -
Qualifying for earned income credit
Workers have to qualify for earned income credit, says CPA George Saenz.
1 min read Jan 30, 2008