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You may want to run, you may want to hide, but for most American earners, there's no escape from the inevitable: filing your taxes. The oh-so-joyful tax season is finally upon us, but this year, there ...

For example, Form 1099-NEC, used to report payments to independent contractors, must be furnished by February 2, 2026. As ...

This year, residents of 25 states can do their taxes using the IRS’s free Direct File service, as long as their taxes are relatively simple. This year, residents of 25 states can do their taxes using ...

Getting your taxes done for free sounds like something that you're bound to regret. But several real-deal tax freebies exist. Many people could save the $300 or more that they pay for tax services by ...

Tax season is a contrasting time for many people. Some are excited about big tax returns, while others will put off filing for as long as possible, dreading the headache of going through a more ...

The 2025 tax season will have its quirks, gimmicks and gotchas. But right now anyway, many experts say most people should expect to see a timely tax refund. Fingers crossed. Taxpayers will still need ...

A 1099 tax form is a statement that details an amount of money that you were paid. Learn about this important tax document ...

Here's when tax season begins and ends, some new tax breaks that were introduced in 2025 and the list of states that don't ...

If you're ready to file your 2025 income taxes (and receive your potential tax refund) early, here is the information and ...