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Taxes
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The Best Tax Exclusion for Travelers and Expats
If you're an ex-pat or travel frequently, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion is your friend.
What's the Worst That Will Happen If You File Your Taxes Late (or Not at All)?
Taxes are the least-popular aspect of modern civilization, but filing late—or not at all—is a big mistake.
Why You Should File Your Taxes Early
Don't wait until the last minute to get in line for your refund.
How to Get Your Tax Refund Back ASAP
While the IRS may always be behind, you can get ahead with these steps.
How to Get Your Tax Refund as Fast as Possible This Year
The IRS expects another year of major delays. Here's how you can get your refund ASAP.
What You Need to Know Before You Claim Your Child Tax Credit This Filing Season
The child tax credit was expanded up to $3,600 for the 2021 tax year. Here’s how to claim yours.
When to Expect Your Sixth (and Potentially Final) Child Tax Credit Payment
2021's final Child Tax Credit should arrive on time, but it could be the last one.
Your Tax Bracket Just Changed for 2022
Federal tax brackets will have the highest inflation-adjusted increase in years.
You Have One Week Left to Claim Your $1,800 Advance Child Tax Benefit
You can still get advance child tax benefit payments if you haven't filed your taxes already.
Is a First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account Worth It?
Unlike plain savings accounts, you can deduct contributions from your taxes.
Don't Throw Away These Letters From the IRS, They're Not a Scam
The IRS has been sending out letters that help you claim money related to the recovery rebate tax credit.
Don't Miss the Final Tax Return Deadline (and Unclaimed Stimulus Money)
If you haven't filed your 2020 tax return yet, you might be owed unclaimed COVID-relief funds.
Is the IRS Really About to Tax Your Venmo, PayPal, and Cash App Transactions?
It's not a "new" tax, but the IRS is looking closely at transactions that are $600 or more.
How Charitable Donations Can Earn You an Added Tax Deduction This Year
COVID-relief legislation allows you to deduct up to $600 in 2021 charitable donations without itemizing.
What to Do If You Haven't Received Your Child Tax Credit
Don't panic yet, as some Child Tax Credit payments will be delayed, even for direct deposits.
This Tool Tells You What You Owe the IRS Before They Come Looking for It
Pay your taxes, track late penalties, and request tax transcripts all in one place.
By Kristin Wong And Mike Winters
What's a Plus-Up Stimulus Payment? (And How to Know If You'll Get One)
You might be owed an additional stimulus payment based on your 2020 tax return.
Use This Tool to Claim Money From Your Child Tax Credit
Find out how much you're owed—or whether you're better off opting out.
How to Claim Your Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments Even If You Haven’t Filed Your Taxes
A relaunched IRS tool will also help you claim the recent $1,400 economic impact payment.
Don’t Panic If You Get This Letter From the IRS
It's not a scam, the money it's offering is real, and you may need the letter for tax-filing purposes.