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Have questions about your personal taxes? Read about ways to lower your taxes, reduce your chances of an audit, and get tax relief for childcare-related expenses. Also, get tips on filing your tax return, including advice for last minute tax filers and those who file or pay their taxes late.

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Same Sex Couples: Tax Filing Status for the IRS and States
With the Supreme Court ruling on DOMA, the IRS now recognizes same sex marriages for tax purposes; state rules vary depending on the state's same-sex marriage laws.
Tax Issues for Same-Sex Couples
Learn how states and the federal government handle gay and lesbian couples for tax purposes after the Supreme Court's decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage ("DOMA").
How does the Fiscal Cliff Tax Deal Affect Your Taxes?
Find out what the new tax deal means for you in 2013.
How Obamacare Will Affect Your Taxes
The new health care law includes some tax increases for high income taxpayers.

Personal Income Tax Basics learn more

An Overview of Personal Income Taxes
What you need to know about filing and paying your personal taxes.
Our Tax Laws -- Understanding the Rules of the Game
Understanding the tax code, regulations, rulings and court cases.

Deductions and Tax Breaks learn more

Medical Deductions
Articles on deducting your medical expenses and the new Health Care law.
Homeowner Deductions and Credits
Find out what deductions and credits are available to homeowners--from cancelled mortgage debt to casualty losses to the home sale tax exclusion.
Tax Breaks for Parents
Don't miss out on the many valuable deductions and credits available to parents.

Tax Credits learn more

Popular Tax Credits For Individuals
Make sure you're not missing out on valuable tax credits for taxpayers.
Child Tax Credits
If you have children you support, there are two different tax credits you should know about.

Understanding Your Tax Return Learn More

What's Your Filing Status?
Your filing status can make a big difference. Make sure you are filing using the best one.
Should You Itemize or Take the Standard Deduction?
How to choose whether to itemize or take the standard deduction.

Filing Your Tax Return learn more

Tips for Last-Minute Tax Filers
Tips for those who file their tax return at the last minute -- or who need to get an extension.
Tax Returns: If You Haven't Filed in a While FAQ
Find answers to questions about late filings.
Choosing a Tax Preparer
There are three distinct types of tax pros that have very different training, experience, and hiring costs.

Paying Your Taxes learn more

Bunching Tax Deductions to Meet the Threshold for Itemizing
If you don't meet the threshold for itemizing deductions, consider these strategies for timing certain expenses to increase your deductions for that year.
Is Unemployment Insurance Taxable Income?
This may come as a surprise to many, but unemployment benefits generally are taxable.

Back Taxes & Debt Learn More

IRS Installment Payment Plans
If you can pay your debt over time, an installment plan may be the right solution.
Tax Bill & IRS FAQ
Common questions about tax bills and dealing with the IRS.

Tax Audits Learn More

How to Reduce the Chance of an Audit
Suggestions to help you file a return that won't raise any audit eyebrows at the IRS.
Pros and Cons of Appealing an IRS Audit
Filing an appeal, in the majority of cases, results in some savings -- but rarely a total victory.

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