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IRS explores offering a free tax-filing service. What could go wrong?

The IRS is examining if it can pull off a free, online tax-preparation service.

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IRS commissioner admits Black taxpayers appear to be audited at outsized rates

The head of the Internal Revenue Service acknowledged Monday racial disparities in how tax returns are treated by the agency.

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TurboTax will soon pay a $141 million settlement for ‘deceptive marketing.’ Will you be receiving a check?

Intuit, which owns TurboTax, admitted no wrongdoing in the case.

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IRS mulls offering free online tax prep services. TurboTax says IRS would turn into ‘judge, jury and executioner.’

Advocates say it's time for Americans to be able to prep and file their taxes directly with the IRS. Opponents say it's government overreach.

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Worried the IRS is going to audit your tax return? If you make less than $400,000, you can probably relax.

The IRS has revealed more specifics on which taxpayers face a higher chance of being audited — and which don't.

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What happens if you can’t pay your taxes? IRS has a payment plan — but read this before you sign up.

Taxpayers entered into 2.4 million installment agreements in 2022.

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‘This was a test’: IRS has handled more than 100 million returns already — Tax Day by the numbers

Call-wait times are shorter, but so are refund amounts.

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Yes, inflation does affect your tax return. Here are 5 things to watch out for.

The standard deduction and tax brackets are some of the approximately 60 provisions the IRS updates annually for inflation.

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Biden administration wants to more aggressively audit the 1% — but that will be a lot trickier than it sounds

The IRS recently revealed its plans to use $80 billion in extra funding.

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Your tax refund will probably be smaller this year — unless you have a stock portfolio

If you’re feeling underwhelmed by the size of your income-tax refund this year, you’re probably not alone.

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When is the tax extension deadline, and how do you file for one?

Keep in mind that this is an extension to file your taxes --- not an extension to pay them. Here is what you need to know if you’re not ready by April 18

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Why is Tax Day April 18 — and not April 15?

'Tax Day,' the deadline for filing your taxes, is different in 2023. Here's why.

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Are you filing your taxes at the last minute? Take the MarketWatch Tax Quiz to see if you are prepared

Take the stress out of tax season with the MarketWatch tax quiz.

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Tax Day isn’t April 18 for natural disaster victims — here are the dates to remember

People recovering from snowstorms, mudslides, tornadoes and other natural disasters may have extra time to get their tax returns in order.

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What is the Child Tax Credit for 2022 — and how much is it?

The child tax credit is an important credit for families. Here's why.

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What is the standard deduction for 2022 — and should you take it?

Tax Day is April 18. Here's a look at a commonly-used tax deduction.

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What are tax brackets for 2022 — and why do they increase over time?

Tax brackets are a central part of the tax code for households.

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IRS reveals how it’s spending $80 billion in extra funding — wealthy taxpayers and large corporations can expect more scrutiny

The $80 billion spending will be closely scrutinized by Republicans.

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How will the IRS spend $80 billion in new funding? The Treasury Department is dropping hints.

An extra $80 billion in the IRS budget comes from the Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2022

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My daughter has her heart set on attending a Canadian college. Will my 529 account still receive the tax benefits?

'If we withdraw from the 529 and pay tuition and room and board at this school, will this be considered a qualified withdrawal?'