Worried about an identity thief filing a tax return in your name? The IRS can help protect you. It's called the IRS Identity Protection PIN or IP PIN, opt-in program. The IP PIN is a six-digit number known only to you and the IRS. It helps the IRS verify your identity and accept your electronic or [...]
There is lots of accessible tax information online for people with disabilities. Go to IRS.gov/accessible to find what you need. This page contains tax information in many helpful formats. The IRS has created tax products just for people who use assistive technology, such as screen reading software, refreshable Braille displays, and voice recognition software. This accessibility [...]
Income taxes are a pay-as-you-go system. That means you pay your taxes as you earn income during the year. Either your employer withholds tax from your pay, or you pay quarterly estimated taxes on your own. If you have income that's not subject to withholding, you may need to make quarterly payments. This includes income such [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Making the dream of owning a home a reality is a big step for many people. Whether a fixer-upper or dream home, homeownership is a milestone that can come with a learning curve. First-time homeowners should make themselves familiar with authorized deductions, programs that can assist with home ownership [...]
If you've filed your tax return, you may be wondering when you'll get your refund. If you head over to IRS.gov/refund, you'll find the IRS' "Where's My Refund?" tool. 24 hours after electronically filing your taxes, you can check on the status of your money on the IRS website. You can also access "Where's My Refund?" [...]
