Don’t fall for these federal tax refund myths
Once people complete and file their tax return, many of them eagerly await any refund they may be owed. Knowing facts from fiction can help manage expectations as they wait [...]
Retirees: Last day to start taking funds from IRAs, 401(k)s is April 1
The Internal Revenue Service reminded retirees who turned 72 during 2022 that, in most cases, Saturday, April 1, 2023, is the last day to begin receiving payments from Individual Retirement [...]
Tip: IRS Free File can handle many complicated tax returns
If you're in the process of doing your taxes did you know that IRS Free File helps millions of taxpayers file their federal and state tax returns for free every [...]
81% more worried about Inflation than taxes + states with most taxes
With Tax Day looming and 81% of people more worried about inflation than taxes this year, the new 2023 Taxpayer Survey, and States with the Highest & Lowest Tax Rates [...]
Taxpayers can approve power of attorney or tax information online
Taxpayers can quickly review, approve and sign a power of attorney and tax information authorization requests through their IRS Online Account. Power of Attorney Power of attorney allows someone to [...]
Common errors international filers make with ‘Free File Forms’
Here are some great tips for those who file taxes internationally and need help. Yes, Free File Fillable Forms are electronic federal tax forms taxpayers can fill out and file online [...]
This IRS online tool simplifies estimating 2023 tax withholding
A few minutes spent reviewing income tax withholding early in the year helps set taxpayers up for success all year. The Tax Withholding Estimator on IRS.gov makes it easy to figure [...]
Free online tax help for military members and their families
Military personnel who want free federal tax return filing have several options, including the Department of Defense's MilTax and the IRS Free File program, which offers online tax preparation, electronic [...]
The benefits of having a tax refund direct deposited
Receiving a tax refund is happy news to any taxpayer; getting it quickly is even better. Direct deposit is the safest and most convenient way to receive a tax refund. [...]
IRS Free File is now available for the 2023 filing season
The IRS is now accepting tax returns for the 2023 filing season and IRS Free File – a program that makes brand-name tax software and electronic filing available to most [...]