You'll need an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number from the IRS - called an ITIN for short - if you have a tax filing requirement, federal tax withholding, or are eligible for an allowable tax benefit, but you aren't eligible for a Social Security number. First, you'll complete a Form W-7. Mail it to the IRS along [...]
Do you own a vacation home you sometimes rent to others? If so, there are rules on reporting your rental income and expenses. For example, if you rent out your vacation home only for a short time (fewer than 15 days a year), you may not have to report it at all. That means generally, if [...]
Remember, you are responsible for any information on your tax return. Beware of schemes that push you to claim the Employee Retention Credit, even if you're not eligible for it. You could end up having to repay the credit, with penalties and interest. Visit IRS.gov/erc.
If you get paid electronically for a side hustle, small business, or the sale of items online, you might need to pay taxes on that income. Payment apps and online marketplaces issue a Form 1099-K, informing you and the IRS if you're paid more than $600 in a year. If you make a profit through these [...]
If you're in the military, you have some special tax options available to you. When it's time to file your taxes, check out these resources: The Department of Defense's MilTax is free and has no income limitations. It includes tax preparation, electronic filing software, and personalized support from tax consultants. It's designed to address the realities [...]
