| Tax Tip 2010-15 |
January 22, 2010 |
| Ten Things You Should Know about the Making Work Pay Tax Credit |
| Many working taxpayers are eligible for the Making Work Pay Tax Credit, a provision created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act in early 2009. |
| Tax Tip 2010-14 |
January 21, 2010 |
| Five Ways to Obtain IRS Forms and Publications |
| Taxpayers who need their past tax return information can obtain it from the IRS. Here are nine things to know if you need copies of your federal tax return information. |
| Tax Tip 2010-13 |
January 20, 2010 |
| How to Obtain a Transcript of Your Past Tax Information |
| Taxpayers who need their past tax return information can obtain it from the IRS. Here are nine things to know if you need copies of your federal tax return information. |
| Tax Tip 2010-12 |
January 19, 2010 |
| Tax Credit Helps Pay for Higher Education Expenses |
| The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was passed in early 2009 and created the American Opportunity Credit. This educational tax credit – which expanded the existing Hope credit – helps parents and students pay for college and college-related expenses. |
| Tax Tip 2010-11 |
January 18. 2010 |
| A New Option for Your Federal Tax Refund: Savings Bonds |
| If you are receiving a federal tax refund from the Internal Revenue Service, you can choose to use that money to purchase U.S. savings bonds. |
| Tax Tip 2010-10 |
January 15, 2010 |
| Eight Ways to Find Tax Help 'en Español' |
| Tax information can be tough to understand in any language, but it can be even more difficult if it is not in your first language. To assist Spanish speaking taxpayers, the IRS provides a wide range of free products and services. |
| Tax Tip 2010-09 |
January 14, 2010 |
| Top Ten Reasons to Visit IRS.gov |
| If you have a tax question or need a tax form – there’s no need to leave the comfort of your home. All you need is a computer and Internet access because IRS.gov has a wealth of information. |
| Tax Tip 2010-08 |
January 13, 2010 |
| Ten Tax Topics for Taxpayers with Tots and Teens |
| Got Kids? They may have an impact on your tax situation. Listed below are the top 10 things the IRS wants you to consider if you have children. |
| Tax Tip 2010-07 |
January 12, 2010 |
| Three Reasons to Prepare and File Your Taxes Electronically |
| Last year, 2 out of 3 tax returns were filed electronically. Was yours? If not, here are three important reasons to e-file your return. |
| Tax Tip 2010-06 |
January 11, 2010 |
| Eight Tips to Help You Choose a Tax Preparer |
| The IRS urges people to use care and caution when choosing a tax preparer. Remember, you are legally responsible for what’s on your tax return even if it was prepared by an another individual or firm. |
| Tax Tip 2010-05 |
January 8, 2010 |
| Choose the Tax Form that Best Fits Your Needs |
| To file your 2009 individual tax return, you’ll have to decide which form to use…unless you e-file. If you file electronically, the software automatically selects the simplest and best form for you. Whether you use e-file or prepare on paper, using the simplest form will help avoid costly errors or processing delays. And remember, if you file electronically, it speeds up the processing of your tax return and the delivery of your refund. |
| Tax Tip 2010-04 |
January 7, 2010 |
| Five Important Facts about Dependents and Exemptions |
| When you prepare to file your tax return, there are two things that will factor into your tax situation: dependents and exemptions. Here are five important facts the IRS wants you to know about dependents and exemptions before you file your 2009 tax return. |
| Tax Tip 2010-03 |
January 6, 2010 |
| Eight Facts About Filing Status |
| Everyone who files a federal tax return
must determine which filing status applies to them. It’s important you choose your correct filing status as it determines your standard deduction, the amount of tax you owe and ultimately, any refund owed to you. |
| Tax Tip 2010-02 |
January 5, 2009 |
| Five Filing Facts for Recently Married or Divorced Taxpayers |
| If you were married or divorced recently, there are a couple of things you’ll want to do to ensure the name on your tax return matches the name registered with the Social Security Administration. |
| Tax Tip 2010-01 |
January 4, 2010 |
| IRS Presents: Top Ten Tax Time Tips |
| While the tax filing deadline is more than three months away, it always seems to be here before you know it. Here are the Internal Revenue Service’s top 10 tips that will help your tax filing process run smoother than ever this year. |
