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Why Is My Tax Refund Smaller This Year?

Updated for tax year 2025. Was your tax refund smaller than anticipated this year? Here’s why your refund from the…

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Understanding Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)

As a taxpayer, you’ve undoubtedly heard about adjusted gross income, or AGI, which plays a pivotal role in your taxes.…

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How a Summer Job Affects Your Taxes

A summer job is a great way to add extra money to your bank account. Whether you’re a cash-strapped student, a…

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Is Unemployment Compensation Taxable Income?

Unemployment benefits can be a vital support for those experiencing unexpected job loss. If you received unemployment compensation for the…

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Important Tax Dates and Deadlines in

Updated for tax year 2024. Get ready to mark these important dates on your calendar. Here are the most important…

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2024 Tax Changes: What You Need to Know

Every year brings new tax law changes to keep American taxpayers on their toes, and 2024 is no different. From…

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Do I Need to File Taxes?

Not every American taxpayer must file a tax return, even if you earned taxable income during the year. Let’s review…

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8 Back-to-School Shopping Tricks to Save Moms and Dads Money

Back-to-school shopping can put a serious dent in your bank account, and rising prices aren't exactly helping matters. Before you…

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Is Canceled Debt Taxable?

Updated for tax years 2023 and 2024. If a creditor cancels your debt, that’s good news, right? Such cancellation of…

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Top Inflation Changes for Tax Year 2023

While there is no escaping inflation, the IRS adjusts certain tax numbers every year to account for reduced purchasing power.…

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Tax Filing 101: 7 Things That Can Impact Your Tax Refund

It’s time to review some important tax basics before the upcoming tax season. Here are seven things to keep in…

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6 Tips for Dealing With Inflation While Living Paycheck to Paycheck

As inflation and the cost of living continue to climb, more Americans are starting to feel the strain on their…

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Inflation Rate Calculator

High inflation got your stress levels up? Here are some savings and investment strategies you can use as an inflation…

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Schedule E: How to Report Supplemental Income and Loss

If you earn money from a rental property or other supplemental income source, chances are the IRS wants to hear…

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Video: Gig Work Taxes | Tax Me Anything

Watch our Gig Work Taxes | Tax Me Anything episode. Welcome to Tax Me Anything, a new TaxAct® video series…

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Long-Term Capital Gains Tax: How Much Tax Will I Owe?

Updated for tax year 2025. Did you profit from selling a house, some investments, or even a car this year?…

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Tax Forms & Schedules

Updated for tax year 2025. What are tax forms? Income tax forms are the official government documents the IRS requires…

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Where Is My Rhode Island State Tax Refund?

Find more information about your Rhode Island state income taxes below. Where is my Rhode Island tax refund? Check the…

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E-File Form 8843 Online | Fast & Simple with TaxAct

If you’re spending time in the U.S. on a temporary visa, you may be surprised by how important certain tax-related…

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Student Loans Debt Collection Update: What Borrowers Need to Know

If you have student loan debt, you may have heard that the federal government is restarting student loans debt collection…

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2025 Tax Law Changes: What to Know Before Filing

A brand-new tax year often means a fresh batch of updates to the tax code. However, the 2025 tax changes…

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How to File a Tax Extension

If Tax Day feels like it’s sneaking up on you, you’re not alone … and you have options! When you…

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