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Tax Credit vs. Deduction: What’s The Difference And Which Is Better?

January 8, 2024

Which is better, a tax credit or a tax deduction? The secret is in leveraging both to ease your tax burden. Before you start stumbling through your tax return, clear up any misconceptions about the differences and how both work to lower your tax liability and your tax rate in different ways.

Tax Day 2024: The Soonest and Latest You Can File Your Taxes

January 2, 2024

How soon can I file my 2023 tax return? When is the deadline for filing a 2023 tax return with the IRS? What's the deadline to file for a tax extension? Get the answers to these questions to get you through this tax season.

Don’t Forget to Pay Your 2023 Estimated Taxes. Here’s When the Final Payment’s Due

December 11, 2023

The estimated-tax filing process can be complicated, but it can be simplified. Here's everything you need to know to calculate your taxes and file on time.

IRS Resumes Sending Some Collection Notices

November 20, 2023

For nearly two years more than a dozen automated collection letters and notices associated with the filing of a tax return or payment of tax have been on pause. Catching up from its backlog, the IRS has started sending out notices in limited circumstances.

You May Be Able To Deduct More From Your Income In 2024, IRS Says.

November 13, 2023

The IRS announced annual inflation adjustments for tax year 2024 in a Nov. 9 news release. More than 60 provisions were revised, including standard deductions and all seven tax brackets. The changes will apply to income tax returns filed in 2025. Here’s how the revisions will impact you.

IRS Announce 2024 Cost of Living Adjustments For Retirement Plans

November 6, 2023

The COLA adjustments applicable to dollar limitations on benefits and contributions for retirement plans generally effective for Tax Year 2024 were just announced.

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IRS Sending More ‘Math Error’ Letters To Taxpayers: Don’t Panic — Here’s WhyMay 18, 2026 - 9:10 pm
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