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IRS Says Average Tax Refund Is 11% Smaller Than Last Year – Here’s Why

The Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers to brace for a smaller refund this year. The average refund check so far this year is worth $2,933 – about 11% lower compared to the $3,305 average recorded last year.

Tax Credits vs. Tax Deductions

The IRS calculates tax deductions and credits differently, and the impact on your return can vary. A tax credit reduces your tax liability dollar for dollar. A tax deduction reduces your taxable income.
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13 Weird Things The IRS Considers Taxable, From Bribes To March Madness Pools

It may be obvious to everyday taxpayers that they must report their wages, but few likely realize the feds also expect a cut of their profits from more under-the-radar ways of accruing income.
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Inflation Boosted The 2023 Federal Income Tax Brackets. Here’s How Your Taxes May Compare To 2022

The IRS made annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, including the federal income tax brackets for 2023, which may affect next year’s taxes, experts say.
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IRS Says You Can Still Claim One Type of Stimulus Money This Tax Filing Season

The stimulus relief authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act that the IRS explained is still available in 2022 relates to a specific kind of tax credit that was expanded by the COVID-19 legislation. Taxpayers may still qualify for temporarily expanded eligibility of the Premium Tax Credit.
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Seven Questions To Ask Your Accountant Before You File Your Taxes

With tax deadline day only weeks away, Americans are working away at their IRS returns and facing all the usual difficulties. As with any learning experience, a good way to gain insider knowledge of taxes and filing is to ask a trusted accountant or other tax specialists. Before filing taxes and risking negative outcomes, you can get ahead of the problem by asking a professional some critical questions.