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For people who qualify, free tax prep assistance is available

Apr 9, 2018
As tax day approaches, many Americans are rushing to tax preparers for paid help. The National Society of Accountants found in a survey last year that Americans paid tax preparers $176 on average to file federal and state returns. That’s without itemized deductions. But what programs are available for people with low incomes so that […]

People would give up 2.5 days of pay rather than itemize deductions

Apr 6, 2018
People take the standardized deduction when they could get a bigger refund if they itemized.

Fewer audits, more cheaters are likely this tax season

Mar 30, 2018
Tax-filing day is almost here, and taxpayers know they’re unlikely to be audited. The IRS doesn’t have enough employees or resources to come after all the cheats. Click the audio player above to hear the full story. 

People really tried filing their taxes from Coachella

Apr 18, 2016
The music festival landed on the weekend before taxes are due
Music fans attend Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival Weekend 1 on April 17, 2016 in Indio, California. 
Mike Windle/Getty Images for Coachella

Little-known tax deductions that can save you money

Apr 14, 2015
Sam Weiner and Daniel Kibblesmith are here to save you money come tax day.

IRS budget problems help tax evaders

Apr 15, 2014
Taxpayers face a smaller risk of being audited by the IRS.

Last-minute tips for tax procrastinators

Apr 11, 2014
April 15 is the last day to file your taxes. A few things to keep in mind if you haven't yet filed your taxes.

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