Personal Income Taxes: Filing Your 2014 Tax Return

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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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Tax Law Changes for 2015 and Prior Years
Stayed updated on annual IRS inflation adjustments, new taxes, and new tax laws.
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Same Sex Couples and Taxes
Articles and information on how states and the federal government handle same sex couples for tax purposes.

Deductions and Tax Breaks More Articles

Medical Deductions
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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 More Articles

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 More Articles

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 More Articles

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 More Articles

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.
Can I Pay My Taxes With a Credit Card?
Paying by credit card may be convenient but learn why it's generally not a good idea.

Personal Income Tax Basics More Articles

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.

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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 More Articles

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.

Taxation of Government Benefits More Articles

Taxes on Social Security Benefits
To know whether you might be subject to such taxes you have to figure your “combined income.”
Is Unemployment Insurance Taxable Income?
This may come as a surprise to many, but unemployment benefits generally are taxable.

Questions on Personal Income Taxes More Questions