Each year, millions of taxpayers miss out on getting money - in some cases, several hundred dollars - because they were due a refund but didn't file a tax return, and their time to claim a refund ran out. If you don't file a return claiming a refund within three years, you lose it, and the [...]
This video was published by the IRS. Most income is taxable and must be reported on your federal income tax return. But what you may not know is that some income is only partially taxable, or not taxed at all. For example, child support payments and welfare benefits are tax-free. Gifts and inheritances are generally tax-free [...]
This video was published by the IRS. If you have recently finished filing your tax return, you're probably wondering when you will get your refund. More than 9 out of 10 refunds are issued in less than 21 days. So how can you check the status of your refund? You can use the "Where's My Refund?" [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers need to know their correct filing status and be familiar with each option. Generally, the taxpayer's filing status depends on whether they are single or married on Dec. 31 and that determines their status for the whole year. However, more than one filing status may apply in certain [...]
This video was published by the IRS. If you didn't make a lot of money last year, you might be able to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit when you file your taxes. You don't need to have any children to qualify, but if you do, the credit could be worth several thousand dollars. To qualify, [...]
