Using the Dependency Exemption For a Non-Relative

Almost anyone who lives with you and you support, and who is not someone else’s dependent, can be a “qualifying relative” and qualify as your dependent.

The New Tax Law Contains a Marriage Penalty

Learn about the two marriage penalties contained in the new tax law.

Is Unemployment Insurance Taxable Income?

This may come as a surprise to many, but unemployment benefits generally are taxable.

Are Disability Pensions and Benefits Taxable Income?

Not always, but many disability-related payments are taxable income.

Taxes When You Sell Things Online

Find out what your tax reporting obligations are if you sell something online.

Are Merit Awards Taxable?

Usually, yes-- although there are ways to avoid owing taxes by giving the money away.

How to Avoid Estimated Tax Penalties

Learn what estimated tax penalties are and how to avoid them.

Bitcoins and Tax Liability

Will you owe income tax on profits earned from Bitcoins -- the online digital currency? Yes; learn when and why.

Payments Received for Donating Human Eggs Is Taxable Income

Court decides that payments egg donors receive are for the egg donors’ personal services and are fully taxable income.

Independent Contractors Must Pay Self-Employment Taxes

If you have a second job as an independent contractor, you'll have to pay self-employment taxes on the income you receive.

How a Resident Alien Is Taxed

Just because you're not a U.S. citizen doesn't mean you don't owe taxes to the IRS. Whether or not you owe taxes depends on how much time you spend in the U.S.

IRS Direct Pay System For Online Payments

The IRS's new online payment system makes it easier than ever to pay your taxes.