Even if you’re below the income threshold for 2025, tax credits and excess withholding could result in a tax refund, making filing a tax return worth your time.

Don’t panic if your IRS transcript says “No Return Filed.” Timing issues, processing delays, or the specific transcript type you selected may be the real reason.

We spoke with several tax experts to get their thoughts about when to turn in your taxes and when not to. Here’s what they ...

Starting Jan. 26, all taxpayers, including those with an AGI above $89,000, can use the Free File Fillable Forms. As detailed ...

While taxes are inevitable for most Americans, the government doesn't require those with sufficiently low incomes to file.

Filing your income tax return can be, for many, a dreaded annual task. And paying to file unnecessarily can only add insult to injury. Still, many eligible filers fail to take advantage of a free ...

The 2026 tax filing season has begun. Here are the key dates you need to know. During this filing season, taxpayers will need to use the newly created Schedule 1-A to take advantage of the new tax ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Admitted NY Bar and US Tax Court, covers US international tax law. Filing a U.S. tax return when not required may seem unnecessary ...

Tax Day is April 15, 2025. There are several forms you will need to file your 2024 return. Several programs offer tax return assistance to people who meet certain requirements. You can track the ...

The IRS began accepting tax filings on Jan. 26. Here's how much time you have left this season.

Just filed taxes? Waiting for your refund? See how soon you may receive your IRS tax refund after filing and how to check its status.

Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax. Don’t panic just yet.