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Tips for Filing a Late Tax Return

File Your Past Due Tax Return to Avoid Further Penalties It is recommended that you file any tax returns that are due, whether or not…


Can You Get an Additional Tax Return Extension?

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Understanding_Tax_Return_Extensions.mp4"][/video]   It goes something like this: Tax season was fast approaching and you just knew you weren’t going to make the…


Lost IRS Refund Check

Your tax refund is missing. What do you do? First, check the IRS’ “Where's My Refund” online tool to make sure that your tax refund…


Life Events That Can Impact Your Taxes

A change in life circumstances, whether good or bad, can affect your tax return. >> Start Your FREE E-file Here are some instances where you will…


Do You Need a Copy of a Past Tax Return?

Tax Return Copies & TranscriptsWhen applying for a loan or other financial assistance, you will likely be asked to provide copies of your tax returns…


Tax Tips To Report Your Hobby Income

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/hobby.mp4"][/video] Is your favorite pastime classified as a business or a hobby? Here’s how the IRS sees it. Millions of people enjoy…


Are You Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT)?

Learn About AMT Rules & Guidelines   The Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) is basically an income tax system that runs parallel to the regular income…


Contacting the IRS: Phone Numbers, Email Addresses, and IRS Offices for Your Tax Issues

Need to talk to someone at the Internal Revenue Service? Start with 1-800-829-1040. The last four digits refer to individual income tax return Form 1040.…