Before filing a federal tax return, taxpayers should make sure they have the necessary and correct documents. Here’s what taxpayers should do if they haven’t received their Form W-2 or Form 1099 yet. Taxpayer options…

Mistakes and errors can happen, but most are easily avoidable when it comes to filing federal income tax returns. Taxpayers are encouraged to review their entire return before filing to make sure it is correct…

There are several kinds of major life events that can affect a taxpayer’s filing requirements, tax benefits and withholding. It could be marriage, welcoming a new child, divorce, or loss of a loved one- all…

Summer hasn’t officially started, but summertime events and happenings certainly have. Most people aren’t thinking about taxes when there’s summer fun to be had, but there’s some common activities that could impact taxpayers in the…

Taxpayers who missed the April 15 filing deadline should submit their federal tax return as soon as possible. Those who missed the deadline to file and owe taxes should file as soon as possible to…

Many taxpayers file their federal tax returns and then eagerly anticipate details about their refund. The best way to check the status of a refund is through the Where’s My Refund? tool, the IRS2Go app, or by signing…

Family members who are paid to take care of a loved one may have tax responsibilities. This depends on whether they are considered an employee or provide their services as their own business. Let’s go…

Many people have hobbies – things they enjoy doing in their spare time – and some even make a little extra money from them. However, there’s a difference between a hobby and a business, especially…